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Scientist I

Spectraforce Technologies
United States, Minnesota, St. Paul
Sep 29, 2025
Position Title: Scientist I Work Location: St. Paul, MN 55117 Assignment Duration: 12 months Position Summary: The scientist performs chemical and physical testing of various solutions and materials to support routine manufacturing and engineering projects under the guidance of senior staff members. Key Responsibilities: Perform wet chemistry testing to support incoming chemicals/materials per USP methodologies Support for routine manufacturing and internal product development using analytical instrumentation such as GC, HPLC, FT-IR, ICP, DSC, TGA in high-throughput environment. Perform daily and monthly lab maintenance tasks and verifications. Follow written test method procedures to execute routine laboratory tests in GMP environment. Document, analyze, and report test results using LabVantage LIMS software system. Ensure laboratory cleanliness is maintained and chemical inventory is well stocked. Communicate effectively with supervisor and other team members. Expand working knowledge of analytical techniques/instrumentation and troubleshooting skills. Support senior scientists with method development and validation of test methods as needed. Follow our organization's Quality Policy by adhering to documented Standard Operating Procedures and work Instructions. Willingness to cross train on other analytical techniques Qualification & Experience: Possess strong attention to detail and excellent problem solving skills. Possess ability to apply chemistry education/experience in fast-moving laboratory. Possess the ability to perform standard mathematical/statistical computations in Excel. Will receive work direction and prioritization from supervisor and/or other S&T Scientists. Willing to spend time in the lab doing repetitive work. Ability to work in fast-moving environment where priorities frequently change. Ability to perform multiple assignments concurrently and meet required deadlines. Bachelor's degree in chemistry or closely related with 0-2 years demonstrated experience Experience with routine laboratory/wet chemistry work Ability to operate analytical instrumentation through educational background or relevant industry experience. Experience documenting laboratory work in electronic/paper notebook system according to GMP guidelines. Working knowledge with MS Office, with emphasis in MS Excel Experience performing data analysis/statistics and writing technical reports Preferred: Experience with Waters HPLC or UPLC and Empower software. Preferred: Experience with proper documentation skills in either electronic or lab notebooks. Background & Context: Working in lab environment with proper safety equipment. Working with common laboratory chemicals and biological tissue. Working while sitting and/or standing. Notes: Physical Demands: Sitting, standing, lifting, carrying, etc. Minimum Qualifications: Ability to work in fast-moving environment where priorities frequently change. Ability to perform multiple assignments concurrently and meet required deadlines. Bachelor's degree in chemistry or closely related with 0-2 years demonstrated experience Experience with routine laboratory/wet chemistry work Ability to operate analytical instrumentation through educational background or relevant industry experience. Experience documenting laboratory work in electronic/paper notebook system according to GMP guidelines. Working knowledge with MS Office, with emphasis in MS Excel Experience performing data analysis/statistics and writing technical reports