Chemist II

Randstad Technologies
North Chicago, IL

job summary:

  • Uses scientific education and analytical chemistry experience to perform simple to moderately complex laboratory testing within a good manufacturing practices laboratory to generate results. Interprets data output to determine conformance to specifications. Acts as a team member in the API/ Raw Material/ In-Process/Drug Product testing laboratories.
Work shift (days/times) - The 3rd shift will be 4x10hr shifts either Sunday-Wednesday or Wednesday-Saturday from 10pm-8:30am.

Training for the first 3-6 months will be on first shift. Once training is completed they will move to 3rd shift.


location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $32.00 - 37.48 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors


responsibilities:

  • Independently performs and verifies a multitude of laboratory techniques for which they are trained on while adjusting to unforeseen technical or logistical obstacles to accomplish assignments.
  • Understands multiple laboratory techniques and principles and can independently trouble-shoot and resolve analytical techniques and instrument issues.
  • Takes initiative to be a key player in team activities and decision making including proactive identification, development, and implementation of improvement plans.
  • Budgets their time independently and effectively to carry out assigned tasks and makes recommendations for improvement.
  • Recognizes obstacles to completion of assigned testing and can independently resolve them. Consistently achieves commitments despite obstacles.
  • Takes ownership of special projects as needed to support overall laboratory needs and requirements.
  • Communicates proactively with supervisor and team members on frequent basis to ensure timely product release.
  • Interfaces with regulatory agencies during audit activities as needed.

qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in the sciences with 3+ years of laboratory experience
  • BA Degree with at least 3 years of laboratory experience
  • Flexibility in shift and workdays highly desirable
  • Ability to work with general supervision but effectively manages their own time to multi-task based upon their completed training matrix.
  • Good interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Desired technical competencies (not all required): LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, titrations, and common wet chemical testing

skills: Gas Chromatography (GC), Liquid Chromatography (LC), Mass Spectrometry (MS), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [email protected].


Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Posted 2026-02-21

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