Chemical Technician - Temporary

Chem Tech III - Temporary - Allentown, PA

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Temporary Chemical Technician to join our Chemicals & Pharmaceuticalsteam in our Allentown, PA office.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Chemical Analysis!
Intertek's Chemical & Pharmaceuticals team brings quality and safety to life through regulatory guidance and supply chain assurance to support your unique pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical outsourcing requirements.

Over the last 20 years, our network of laboratories and regulatory experts have provided high quality custom pharmaceutical services ensuring Total Quality Assurance for some of the world's largest and most innovative pharmaceutical companies.
What are we looking for?

The Chem Tech is responsible for working with a team of technical staff to complete analytical testing for our chemical clients.

What you'll do:


* Plans, performs and completes projects under direct supervision


* Plans, performs and completes single projects with staff support to meet deadlines


* Maintains all equipment in good operating conditions and troubleshoots instrument related issues.


* Oversees other junior staff on basic projects


* Interprets data and writes technical reports under supervision


* Assures projects are in compliance with current procedures and regulations


* Provides technical training to junior staff members


* Performs technical assessments


* Assists with investigations

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:


* Knowledge of analytical chemistry, demonstrated through
+ Associate's or bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field with 2+ years of laboratory experience
+ OR 4+ years of laboratory experience with a HS diploma


* Prior experience in XRD, XRF and analytical chemistry required


* Demonstrates proficiency in setting up, adjusting, operating and calibrating laboratory equipment and instruments - specifically , but not limited to the following: ICP, ICP/MS, XRD, XRF


* Extensive knowledge and experience using X'Pert Professional and Omnian Software


* Knowledge of laboratory safety precautions and protocols for safe handling and the disposal of hazardous agents/reagents, chemicals and materials


* Organization, communication and analytical skills


* Ability to understand and effectively communicate technical and business information, both oral and written to others, including co-workers, supervisors, subordinates, clients, and vendors


* Intermediate mathematical skills, including: algebraic functions, statistics (mean, median, standard deviation, variance, probability), basic geometry (area, volume calculations), and scientific calculators


* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions

Intertek: Total Quality.

Assured.

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