Scientist-Chemistry

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Scientist-Chemistry will work at the IIT Institute for Food Safety and Health (IFSH)’s joint Proficiency Testing program with the U.

S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), located at the Moffett Campus of IIT. The joint IFSH-FDA Proficiency Testing program is ISO17043 accredited.

Under minimal supervision, the Scientist responds to complex scientific inquiries and resolves method / instrument issues.

The Scientist also takes a lead role in drafting science papers / presentations. COMMUNICATIONS Excellent technical writing skills and communicates to encourage others to participate.

Seeks input of others to resolve minor problems. Good verbal skills in presenting papers and scientific findings. CUSTOMER SERVICE Works with FDA and industry partners to understand their issues and concerns.

Takes lead in drafting papers / presentations. Develops internal status reports / updates in full draft status.Strives to exceed customer expectations.

Special Schedule Requirements Some weekend work required. Qualifications Education & Experience M.S. degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or related field with 3 or more years related accomplishments, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge & Skills Works with minimal supervision, responds to complex queries and is pro-active in seeking a solution. Has good software skills in Word and Excel plus very good attention to detail in conducting and documenting scientific notebooks and papers.

The Scientist Chemistry will

work in an ISO17043 accredited laboratory. SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY

• No budget authority or supervision of staff.
• May direct up to 3 students on small projects.

Physical Environment and Requirements

• 75% of time in lab and the balance in an office environment.
• May lift up to 10 lbs. on occasion and will do repetitive motions (up to 20% of time) in data entry and manipulating instruments.

Certifications and Licenses List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.

N / A Key Responsibilities Key Responsibility Contributes to the Proficiency Testing Chemistry programs by

performing lab tests and analysis in accordance with required specifications, established procedures and customer service standards and analysis to provide accurate research data.

Percentage Of Time 20 Key Responsibility Conducts analysis in a timely, accurate and cost effective manner. Manages lab processes, supplies and operate and maintain laboratory equipment (i.

e. HPLC, GC, MS, ICP-MS and other analytical instruments) to achieve maximum output. Percentage Of Time 20 Key Responsibility Assists in developing, documenting, updating and maintaining approved procedures for assigned Proficiency Testing Chemistry projects.

Plans, schedules and prioritizes project activities. Percentage Of Time 20 Key Responsibility Accurately judges time required to complete tasks, respects time lines and priorities of others.

Works with industry partners and participates in cross-functional teams to drive project results. Percentage Of Time 20 Key Responsibility Develops client / grant / internal proposals for funding.

Develops internal status, updates, reports, and scientific presentations / publications. Percentage Of Time 10 Key Responsibility Directs others / students with small projects and projects of limited focus.

Recommends ideas to enhance department effectiveness. Ensures that all safety procedures are in effect and tracked. Communicates to encourage teamwork and a pro-active approach to meet customer needs.

Performs other duties as assigned. Percentage Of Time 10