Chemist

Waukegan, IL
job summary:
Launch your scientific career with a Top-Tier Global Pharmaceutical Leader in Waukegan, IL! We are seeking a detail-oriented Chemist I to join a dynamic testing laboratory on a 100% onsite, 2nd shift schedule (Wednesday-Saturday, 2:00 PM - 12:30 AM). This is a high-impact, 6-month contract role with temp-to-perm potential, offering an excellent opportunity to perform essential analytical chemistry testing within a compliant GMP environment.

location: Waukegan, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $29.00 - 33.47 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors

responsibilities:

  • Independently perform and verify simple to moderately complex laboratory testing on API, raw materials, in-process samples, and finished drug products.
  • Interpret analytical data accurately to determine strict conformance to specifications.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve routine analytical technique and instrumentation issues independently.
  • Budget time effectively to manage multiple testing priorities and ensure timely product release.
  • Maintain meticulous documentation and communicate proactively with supervisors to support laboratory audits and compliance.

qualifications:
Required:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a scientific discipline (0-4 years of experience) OR an Associate Degree with at least 3 years of direct laboratory experience.
  • Direct hands-on laboratory experience utilizing analytical chemistry techniques.
  • Solid understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and strict adherence to documentation standards.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  • Ability to work the required 2nd shift schedule: Wednesday-Saturday, 2:00 PM - 12:30 AM (includes weekends).
Preferred:

  • Technical proficiency or exposure to LC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, ICP, Empower software, Karl Fischer, dissolution, IR, or wet chemistry titrations.

skills: Chemistry, 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 2026-06-30

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