Associate Chemist (HRMS)

Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA. Onsite laboratory position on the second shift, Tuesday-Saturday, 2:00 PM-10:30 PM; training is Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM.

Compensation: $18-$20.90 per hour, including a 10% shift differential; the stated base rate is $18-$19 per hour.

Company

hirify.global provides analytical testing services across food, environmental, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and other life sciences sectors.

What you will do

• Prepare environmental samples, with a primary focus on HRMS sample preparation.
• Perform chemical analyses using approved methods, standard techniques, specialized instruments, and instrument-specific software.
• Evaluate, quantify, record, and report analytical data and unusual test occurrences.
• Complete QC samples, including MDL, LOD/LOQ, and PT work, and document nonconformances when required.
• Perform routine instrument maintenance, sample purging, glassware handling, supply inventory, and laboratory housekeeping.
• Follow SOPs, quality assurance procedures, health and safety requirements, and assigned training documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in Chemistry or a related field, or two years of related laboratory experience in lieu of a degree.
• Authorization to work in the United States without restriction or sponsorship is required.
• Professional working proficiency in English is required, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• Ability to work with organic solvents, laboratory glassware, specialized equipment, and prolonged standing.
• Ability to interpret written procedures, perform calculations, analyze data, identify issues, and propose practical solutions.
• Strong organization, communication, collaboration, accuracy, and deadline-management skills.

Nice to have

• Previous organic sample preparation experience.
• Previous laboratory or production-setting experience.
• Experience with environmental testing disciplines such as metals, PFAS, gas chromatography, mass spectrometry, radiochemistry, wet chemistry, or high- and low-resolution preparation and analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time employment with medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance options.
• 401(k) plan with company match, paid holidays, and paid time off.
• Training and career development support.
• Workplace committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, health, safety, and sustainability.