Job Summary:

The Chief Chemist will supervise qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses by the chemical laboratory staff of various materials associated with the operation of the process facility.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervises chemical analysis processes. Reviews the work assignments of chemists and support staff for optimum staff utilization.
• Plans analytical procedures for use in complex analyses. Reviews special chemical investigations. Writes and/or reviews reports.
• Reviews monthly inventory of chemical supplies and equipment. Checks accuracy of laboratory weights, balances, and volumetric glassware.
• Reviews changes to company chemical analysis manual and approves for distribution.
• May substitute for the Manager of Chemical Engineering in his or her absence and participate in monthly facility staff meetings.
• May represent the company at industry technical meetings and trade shows.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong personal communication and leadership skills.
• Experience as a section head in a chemical laboratory desired.

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or metallurgical engineering.
• At least eight years' experience in medical laboratory chemistry.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and/or standing at a lab bench.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.