Senior Chemist

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Contract Type: Full-Time Direct Hire (W2).
Salary : $120.000-150.0000/year + equity, based on experience.

Location: Ann Arbor, MI (On-Site).

Benefits : Health, dental, vision, PTO.

Job Description:

Our client, a startup laboratory, is seeking a Senior Chemist to drive their analytical capabilities forward. This role offers the chance to lead method development and operations in a cutting-edge lab environment focused on non-cannabis industries, with a preference for food-related experience. You'll work with advanced instrumentation such as LC/MS and GC/MS and collaborate closely with the Lab Director to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

Responsibilities & duties:

• Develop and execute analytical methods for pesticides, phthalates, glyphosate, PFAS, botanicals, and related tests.
• Lead and manage LC/MS and GC/MS operations, with support for ICP-MS and wet chemistry techniques.
• Mentor and manage lab technicians.
• Design workflows to maximize throughput and implement automation solutions.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments, ensuring optimal performance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance (ISO, FDA, USDA).
• Collaborate across departments to streamline operations.
• Maintain a safe, efficient, and high-performing laboratory environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of laboratory experience in high-throughput analytical settings.
• Strong background in method development for pesticides, phthalates, glyphosate, PFAS, or botanicals.
• Experience in food testing preferred but not required.
• Expertise with LC/MS and GC/MS; familiarity with ICP-MS a plus.
• ISO standards and other regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in LIMS and QMS tools, particularly QBench.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage lab technicians.

Performance Skills:

• Strong analytical problem-solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• A strong commitment to maintaining safety and quality standards.