Scientist
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Jul 16, 2026
If you're looking to grow your career in analytical chemistry, this is an excellent opportunity to work in a professional laboratory environment using advanced analytical instrumentation and techniques.
You'll gain hands-on experience operating gas and ion chromatographs, performing chemical analyses, calibrating instruments, troubleshooting equipment, and interpreting complex analytical data while collaborating with experienced scientists on meaningful research projects.
Position Summary
- The Scientist is responsible for performing analytical testing and supporting laboratory research activities through the operation of advanced analytical instrumentation and chemical analysis techniques.
- This role involves conducting chromatographic analyses, troubleshooting laboratory equipment, interpreting test results, and ensuring accurate documentation while maintaining strict adherence to laboratory safety and quality procedures.
- The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to thrive in a fast-paced laboratory environment with minimal supervision after training.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform and review analytical testing using chromatographic and other laboratory methods.
- Operate and maintain laboratory instrumentation, including gas chromatographs (GC), ion chromatographs (IC), and automated switching valve systems.
- Conduct instrument calibrations and verify analytical accuracy using established calibration techniques.
- Prepare samples and perform analytical procedures utilizing balances, pipettes, syringes, chemicals, and other laboratory equipment.
- Set up laboratory analyses, troubleshoot instrumentation and methods, and resolve routine technical issues.
- Interpret analytical data, review results for accuracy, and prepare laboratory reports using data management software.
- Assist with chemical experiments and support ongoing laboratory research activities.
- Work independently after training while consistently meeting productivity and quality expectations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry required.
- Minimum of one (1) year of laboratory experience in a chemistry environment.
- Strong foundation in chemistry, mathematics, and scientific principles.
- Experience with gas chromatography, ion chromatography, and/or wet chemistry is preferred.
- Ability to work second shift and occasional weekends as required.