Job Description
Shift:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our
mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all
aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and
lives.
Scientist 2
Compensation: $21.00 per hour
Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing or overseeing the analysis, administration, and
oversight of varied chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs, and practices.
Provides feedback and guidance regarding the analysis of materials, products,
and/or devices using intermediate to complex professional and technical
knowledge of chemistry/biochemistry or related instrumentation, testing, and
procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Provides intermediate to complex analysis in support of testing materials,
products, and/or devices using a variety of analytical instrumentation;
follows standard operating procedures and methods.
* Performs review, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of testing
results.
* Oversees or reviews, completes, and processes various chemistry/biochemistry
forms, documents, databases, and related materials.
* Provides analysis, interpretation, and guidance to staff and leadership
regarding chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs, and practices; supports
operational changes and implementation efforts.
* Conducts research and provides recommendations to resolve management,
employee, and customer inquiries; coordinates responses and resources as
needed.
* Analyzes operations, results, and related chemistry/biochemistry data to
identify trends, interpret findings, and present recommendations to
management.
* Ensures accuracy of tests, equipment, procedures, and operational data
through audits, reviews, and collaboration with teams to resolve
discrepancies.
* Assists with development and execution of chemistry/biochemistry or
cross-functional projects, including budgets, timelines, materials, and
staffing needs; provides updates to management.
* Cleans, maintains, prepares, and calibrates equipment, samples, and work
areas.
* Interprets and applies department policies, procedures, and applicable laws
and regulations, seeking guidance as needed.
* Contributes to department effectiveness by offering suggestions and
participating as an active team member.
* Promotes and supports the mission of Pace Analytical through professional,
cooperative interactions with customers and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field; AND
two (2) years of related experience, including work with complex programs or
operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Required Knowledge:
* Intermediate to advanced principles, practices, and techniques of
chemistry/biochemistry.
* Understanding of the administration and oversight of chemistry/biochemistry
programs, policies, and procedures.
- Methods for resolving chemistry/biochemistry-related problems and challenges.
- Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
- Familiarity with laboratory testing tools, equipment, and calibration
processes.
- Computer applications and systems relevant to the work.
- Principles and practices of effective teamwork.
- Communication methods to ensure safe and effective operations with staff and
customers.
* Proper use of business English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
Required Skills:
* Performing intermediate to complex chemistry/biochemistry duties across
assigned areas.
- Overseeing and administering chemistry/biochemistry functions.
- Training others on policies and procedures.
- Contributing to project development and management as a team member.
- Operating effectively in both team-based and independent work environments.
- Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
- Preparing reports, correspondence, and technical documentation.
- Exercising initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
- Demonstrating tact and professionalism in all interactions.
- Delivering effective presentations to various audiences.
- Contributing to team goals and objectives.
- Building and maintaining effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to work in laboratory and office environments.
- Use of standard office and laboratory equipment.
- Ability to sit for extended periods.
- Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds and frequent lifting up to 10 pounds.
- Visual ability to read printed materials and computer screens.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person and via telephone.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in both laboratory and office settings. The laboratory
environment may involve exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases, and noxious odors.
Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your
drive - to help us advance this important work.
Benefits
When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our
communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks
that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our
comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical,
dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the
employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for
holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending
accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave,
optional legal coverage and ID theft.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants
for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without
regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status,
national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and
conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion,
termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and
training.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Local area, Immediate start, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work