Analytical Chemist

Analytical Chemist II $32 - $36/hr with medical benefits available at a cost Contract Length: 1 year initial contract with possibility of extension 100% Onsite in North Chicago, IL Work Schedule: Flexibility to work 1st or 2nd shift after training Orion Project Services is partnering with a market-leading pharmaceutical company seeking an Analytical Chemist II for a contract role in North Chicago, IL. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced laboratory professional to perform analytical testing in a GMP environment, interpret results, troubleshoot laboratory techniques and instruments, and support the timely release of pharmaceutical products. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline and have at least three years of direct laboratory experience. Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, GMP experience, and effective documentation and communication skills are essential. Experience with techniques such as LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, Empower, or wet chemistry is beneficial but not all required. Job Overview: Uses scientific education and analytical chemistry experience to perform simple to moderately complex laboratory testing within a good manufacturing practices laboratory to generate results. Interprets data output to determine conformance to specifications. Acts as a team member in the API/ Raw Material/ In-Process/Drug Product testing laboratories. Responsibilities: Independently performs and verifies a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments. Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently trouble-shoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues. Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans. Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement. Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles. Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements. Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on frequent basis to ensure timely product release. Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in the sciences with 3+ years of laboratory experience BA Degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multi-task based upon their completed training matrix. Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills. Desired technical competencies (not all required): LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing What are the top 3-5 skills, experience or education required for this position: attention to detail direct lab experience GMP experience problem solving skills People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.