Analytical Chemist

Analytical Chemist

JRAD has an immediate opening for an Analytical Chemist in Washington DC.

Job Duties:

• Analyzes environmental and/or air samples for Chemical contamination
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment (e.g., Gas and Liquid Chromatography, Mass Spectrometers, and performs basic maintenance and checks on common laboratory systems
• Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) software for managing analytical data
• Participates in laboratory proficiency testing activities and maintains QAQC records to include performance charts, control limits, and detection and reporting limits for analytical methods governing use of laboratory instrumentation
• Maintains operator manuals and procedures, providing training to new staff in the operation and use of Lab equipment and LIMS
• Meticulously adheres to laboratory procedures, data management practices and safety protocols in accordance with Laboratory Quality Assurance Plans and safety policies/regulations
• Supports formal audits of laboratory quality control systems and practices, the inspection of safety practices and the review of Job Hazard Analyses
• Maintains inventory of lab supplies

Required Skills and Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or similar, from an accredited college or university
• More than 3 year of experience with quantitative analysis of chemical compounds, and 2 years' experience with screening environmental samples for toxic industrial compounds (TICs)
• Must have demonstrated analytical laboratory skills as evidenced by participation in a Proficiency Test such as a Precision and Accuracy performance test or equivalent
• Must have experience with quality management standards (e.g., ISO 17025 or similar), sample preparation methods, techniques, regulations, protocols, safety measures, and the operation and maintenance of chemical laboratory instrumentation
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Excel, Project, Word, Access and Power Point
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Multiple experience level positions available for Journeyman to Senior level Chemists
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with a Bachelors Degree, or 6 years of experience with a Masters Degree

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance

JRAD is committed to the health and well-being of its employees. We offer more paid time off than the average company upon hire, and the following benefits are available to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed Medical & Dependent Day Care
• Disability Insurance
• 401K Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

JRAD is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.