Kelly Services
Location
Chesterfield, MO | United States
Job description
Kelly is hiring an Associate Chemist for one of our pharmaceutical clients in Chesterfield, MO
Onsite
1st shift 8am start time
Pay: $25-$34/hr
1 year contract (May be extended/converted)
Description:
Role is with a formulation and delivery team. Will work with research scientists in developing next generation herbicide products and in supporting both R&D activities, and to some extent, commercially launched products.
Evaluates the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances in order to investigate their applications in formulated products.
Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.
Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.
Diligently records all laboratory tasks performed and related procedures and findings in electronic laboratory notebook system.
Requires hands-on lab experience and interest in doing labwork.
Will work on various projects and follow SOP's and basic lab techniques, using equipment that includes – e.g., pH meters, mixers/agitators, homogenizers, and milling equipment.
Rheometer and interfacial measurement experience is a plus, as is proficiency in chemistry/chemical engineering principles, including mass-balance calculations.
Some industrial experience in formulation development preferred -e.g., with pesticides, foods, cosmetics, consumer products, and/or paints & coatings.
Analytical chemistry experience only is usually not a good fit. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.
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