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Other Area(s) Ankeny Contract Oct 14, 2026

Chemist

Ankeny, IA

6-month contract, opportunity for extensions

$22.65/hr.

Description:

• Receipt, identification, and preparation of samples – ensure incoming samples are labeled correctly, appropriate analytical have been requested, prep and analyze samples according to ISO work instructions. Ability to routinely lift items weighing 35 - 40 lbs.
• Prioritization of analyses according to customer needs matched to capacity; organization and coordination of projects in a high throughput lab environment; obtaining analytical data; ensuring data integrity; functioning in multi-discipline teams and delivering laboratory results in an efficient manner.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering field such as Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology or a closely related field with at least three years of related industry experience. Directly applicable experience will be considered in lieu of degree requirements
• 1-3 Years of Experience
• Preferred candidate will have hands‑on experience with total combustion analysis, elemental analysis, calorimetry, Gas Chromatography (GC), NIR Spectroscopy, NMR, total oil analysis, colorimetry, falling number, farinograph, mixograph, bench‑top wet chemical analyses, LIMS and the Microsoft Office Suite.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.