Junior Analytical Chemist / Application Scientist: Gas Chromatography-Mass at Starmark Local LLC

Simi Valley, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

GC-MS, Sample Preparation, SPME, SBSE, SPE, Dynamic Headspace, Analytical Method Validation, Technical Documentation, R&D, Troubleshooting, Data Analysis, Technical Presentation

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Job description Junior Analytical Chemist / Application Scientist: Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) Entech Instruments Inc. – Simi Valley, CA Entech Instruments Inc., a California-based analytical instrumentation company, is seeking an individual experienced with developing GC-MS applications with a particular history of using sample preparation and introduction techniques such as SPME, SBSE, SPE, or dynamic headspace for a variety of matrices, including water, soil, pharmaceuticals, packaging, and food & beverage. Entech's recently introduced technology, VASE (Vacuum Assisted Sorbent Extraction), aims to revolutionize the GC-MS research and testing industry by enabling solvent-free exhaustive extractions of volatile and semi-volatile compounds in a rapidly growing number of sample types and matrices while improving sensitivity and reproducibility. The successful candidate will participate in a team focused on new product and application development for multiple industry verticals and will have the opportunity to be involved with R&D, application note development, customer application support, journal publications, and presenting findings in both oral and poster presentations at conferences and trade shows worldwide. Responsibilities: · Developing and validating analytical methods for quantification of small-molecule organic compounds for applications such as water analysis, flavors & aromas, food safety, cannabis, clinical biomarkers, pharmaceuticals, odorants and others. · Thoroughly documenting analytical procedures and building best practices for sample preparation and instrument parameters. · Compiling data, performing analysis, and developing conclusions supported by data. · Authoring application notes and assisting marketing teams with publishing data to web site. · Assisting with research and development. · Analyzing customer samples and supporting customer applications. · Troubleshooting analytical instrumentation as needed. · Some travel to shows and conferences to present research and posters. Requirements: · Must be enthusiastic about new product development and willing to participate in rigorous experimentation with short production timelines. · 3+ years working with extraction technologies such as SPME, SBSE, SPE, Purge & Trap, SOXLET, Quechers, Dynamic Headspace and other sample preparation techniques. · Experience with Agilent, Thermo, or Shimadzu GC-MS systems. · Excellent communication skills in English, both oral and written for technical documentation, reporting of experimental results, and oral presentations. · Must be able to present technical concepts and simulated or experimental results. · Degree in chemistry or related field. Educational profile should include: Gas Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry, Mass Spectrometer Instrumentation, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Applied Chemistry, Applied Physics Salary Range DOE 401k Matching Full Medical, Vision, Dental Job Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

Develop and validate analytical methods for quantifying small-molecule organic compounds using GC-MS and VASE technology. Document procedures, author application notes, and provide technical support for customer applications and R&D.