QC Chemist

Job Title Quality Control Chemist Location San Jose, CA Duration 12+ Months Contract Work Hours 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday 8 AM – 5 PM. Onsite. Temp position with possibility of permanent based on performance and budget. Job Summary The Quality Control Chemist I conducts various analytical testing of raw materials, semi-finished intermediates, finished products, and new compounds/products in various stages of design and development to characterize and determine quality. Duties & Responsibilities Characterize polymer size by GPC/SEC chromatography using established standard processes. Perform small scale dye labeling reactions according to established standard processes. Characterize polymers by HPLC/FPLC using established standard processes. Optical characterization of the polymer dyes including measurement of absorbance and fluorescence emission spectra. Provide analysis and evaluation of material and products at all stages of development process. Participate in validation and measurement system analysis of various testing methods. Maintain equipment logs, calibration logs, and solvent/mobile phase preparation records. Test products for long-term stability under various conditions. Provide timely and high-quality data reports that document test results. Interface, maintain, and populate data and results in specified database(s). Promote a safe work environment, provide recommendations on maintaining safety, and participate in Environmental Health and Safety programs. Address corrective actions whenever a hazard is identified and notify supervisor of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices. Other responsibilities or projects as assigned by reporting manager. Education & Experience B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science Minimum of 1 year relevant industry experience preferred. Assets Experience with analytical technique and instrumentation. Basic knowledge of HPLC/FPLC/GPC systems. Basic knowledge of spectroscopy/fluorimeter. Basic knowledge of Karl Fischer titration. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. General knowledge of chemistry. Familiarity with guidelines such as good manufacturing processes and ISO standards. Works well in a team-based environment and independently. Multi-task to cover a variety of job functions. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Must Haves B.S. Degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or Life Science. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Works well in a team-based environment and independently. #J-18808-Ljbffr