Analytical Chemist

Full-time - Elmwood Park, NJ

The Chemist is responsible for formulating a range of skincare, sun care, and color cosmetics products utilizing materials supplied by Grant Industries. This position entails providing technical assistance to support sales teams and clients, engaging in customer visits to deliver presentations, and assisting in the training of distributors.

Responsibilities:

  • Work in GMP laboratory performing routine analysis on raw materials and finish products
  • Perform on GC, GCMS, ICP-MS instrumentation
  • Assist in laboratory investigations, method troubleshooting
  • Data review and analysis in a timely manner
  • Applies established analytical methods to support development with other departments
  • Prepares and maintains proper analysis documentation
  • Maintains basic understanding of production processes and establishes proficiency with analytical test methods
  • Uses lab equipment safely
  • Maintains safe clean and orderly work area

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related science
  • Solid understanding and knowledge of general chemistry and separation science
  • 2-4 years of work experience in Lab and chemistry preferred
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Able to give and receive clear information
  • Experience in GMP laboratory
  • Experience with various techniques (HPLC, GC, ICP)
  • Experience in reviewing data for accuracy and compliance
  • Experience with LIMS is a plus

Work Environment:

  • This position operates primarily in a cosmetics laboratory.
  • The role routinely uses standard lab equipment such as pH meters, Viscometers, High Shear Mixer, Laboratory Vacuum, Microscope, and other instrumentation relevant to analysis including a variety of hand tools.

Physical Demands:

  • Stands or walks 6hrs/day or more
  • Handles organic solvents, silicones, powders, volatile fluids, acids and bases, nitrogen gas
  • Works with mechanical equipment

JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME

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