Pay Rate Low: 19 | Pay Rate High: 20
Kick-start your chemistry career in a hands-on laboratory role where you’ll work side-by-side with experienced chemists preparing solutions, running real analytical tests, and generating data that directly supports product quality and safety.

Schedule: 1^st shift
Type of Job: Contract to Permanent
Location: Chicago, IL

At this time, Astrix cannot transfer nor sponsor a work Visa for this position.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical/dental coverage!
• Weekly pay!
• Great benefit package offered upon conversion!

Entry-Level Chemist Daily Tasks: What you will do:

• Carry out hands-on bench work including sample preparation, solution/reagent mixing, and routine chemical testing
• Evaluate results to verify materials meet internal quality and regulatory expectations
• Prepare, operate, standardize, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation as needed
• Capture test results accurately in lab documentation and assist with technical summaries and reports
• Follow all EHS guidelines and contribute to a clean, audit-ready workspace
• Partner with experienced scientists on ongoing projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and quality-related activities

Entry-Level Chemist Qualifications/Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry
• Practical knowledge of core lab techniques and general chemistry concepts
• Comfort working with data, spreadsheets, and laboratory software systems
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to investigate and resolve issues
• Clear written and verbal communication skills in a team setting
• Working knowledge of standard laboratory tools, instrumentation, and safe handling practices

We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you!

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