Adecco Healthcare and Life Sciences is hiring for a Chemist in Leonia, NJ. Apply today if you meet the qualifications listed below.

Location: Leonia, NJ

Duration: 12 month contract

Pay rate: $ 26.44

The Chemist (I) position is responsible for performing routine laboratory procedures in a quality control laboratory. Duties are performed under general supervision. Must be familiar with basic laboratory equipment and techniques. Responsibilities are focused on less complex testing and support functions.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES

• Performs routine testing of samples according to established procedures

• Capable of independently operating instruments and apparatus

• Prepares solutions, suspensions and media to perform essential laboratory procedures

• Records data, performs calculations, and evaluates and reports results

• Performs peer review of data and keeps management apprised of progress

• Follow all Data Integrity guidelines

• Follow Good Laboratory Practices and Good Documentation Practices

• Prioritizes workload and meets scheduled timelines

• Informs management of equipment and supply needs required to avoid delays in testing

• Follows and complies with all and testing procedures, operating procedures, GMPs, and safety and health requirements as applicable

• Demonstrates good housekeeping practices

• Practices safe handling of hazardous materials and waste using proper and techniques

• Selected qualified associates, at the discretion of the Quality Control/Quality Management, will be responsible for handling hazardous waste management

• Conducts laboratory investigations as needed

• Periodically performs duties of a higher position for the purpose of training and development

• Other responsibilities may be assigned as required based on business need or management decisions

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree or Equivalent Experience in lieu of degree in Chemistry or closely related discipline

EXPERIENCE:

• 0-3 Years Experience in analytical laboratory

SKILLS:

• Basic verbal and written communication skills

• Basic analytical skills

• General computer skills

• Exhibit positive attitude regarding work and responsibilities

• Ability to work collaboratively within teams

• Ability to maintain effectiveness during major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures

• Continuously look for ways to do things faster and better, while maintaining high quality standards

• Is creative and intellectually curious; tries different and novel ways to solve obstacles

Work environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals and allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish and shellfish)

Why work for Adecco?

• Weekly Pay

• 401(k) Plan

• Skills Training

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

IMPORTANT: This job is being recruited for by Adecco’s Healthcare & Life Sciences division, not your local Adecco Branch Office.

For opportunities available at Adecco Healthcare & Life Sciences go to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/employers/industries/healthcare-life-sciences

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit http://www.adeccousa.com/candidate-privacy/ . The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record.

Pay Details: $26.44 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance