Job Description

Job Title: Chemist

Pay Rate: $30/HR

Duration: 6 months

Location: Darien, CT

shift: 8 am - 5 pm

Our client is a global industrial and consumer products manufacturer .

We are looking for a Chemist

Responsibilities:

• The role of the Contractor Chemist is to support the R&D formulators to achieve their goals.
• Primarily, the contractor is responsible for learning company processes and chemical hygiene guidelines, proper batching techniques , record keeping, cleaning, organization, and disposal processes.
• The contractor will be responsible for requesting standard tests and reviews (stability, salon, PET).
• The contractor will work with the direction of the formulators and managers.

Main tasks & responsibilities

• Read and understand all department SOP (standard operating procedure) documents.
• Follow all PPE (personal protective equipment) guidelines.
• Formulate/ batch hair-related products under the supervision of a Senior Chemist or a Manager.
• Document within laboratory notebook and formulation software every batch made with details of the reason for the batch, batching notes , batch specification results, and other test results as applicable.
• Conduct stability as required by department policy, i.e., track stability, update results charts, and summarize data for review at each test period.
• Coordinate/ submit Salon Testing ; Conduct laboratory efficacy tests and write reports detailing experiments, analysis and summary of results.
• Coordinate/ submit Microbiological and any analytical testing needed
• Communicate effectively and routinely with supervisor and, as needed, colleagues on all projects.
• Communicate formulation stability and efficacy results and issues promptly and thoroughly.
• Gain a working knowledge of laboratory equipment utilized to evaluate the physical and performance attributes of various product types.
• Assist in the maintenance of laboratory raw materials , glassware, supplies, and waste removal.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and tidy laboratory and cubicle workspace.
• Handle other projects and duties as assigned.
• Interact with raw material vendors and other industry representatives to further expand on the understanding of their products,
• Interact with departments and colleagues within and outside of R&D, including, but not limited to, Marketing, Manufacturing, QA, and Salon Services.
• Seek out and read industry literature as it relates to new assignments and technologies.

Qualifications:

• BA, BS, or MS in Chemistry or similar with 1-2 years of relevant experience.

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