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Color Chemist information

What is a color chemist?

Color Chemists are specialized scientists who study, develop, and apply colorants such as dyes and pigments in various products. They work in industries like textiles, paints, plastics, cosmetics, and food to ensure colors are vibrant, stable, and safe. Their work involves chemical analysis, formulation, and testing to achieve desired visual effects and meet regulatory standards. Color Chemists often collaborate with product designers and engineers to create new colors or improve existing ones.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a color chemist?

To thrive as a Color Chemist, you need a solid background in chemistry, color science, and analytical techniques, usually supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in chemistry or a related field. Familiarity with spectrophotometers, color matching software, and laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is commonly required. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and effective communication are critical soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams and delivering precise results. These skills and qualifications are essential to consistently develop accurate, high-quality color formulations that meet industry and client standards.

How does a color chemist collaborate with product development and quality assurance teams?

Color Chemists play a critical role in cross-functional teams by working closely with product development to formulate colors that meet design specifications and performance requirements. They also coordinate with quality assurance to ensure that color consistency and stability are maintained throughout production batches. Frequent communication, sample testing, and troubleshooting are essential parts of this collaboration, ensuring that products achieve both aesthetic appeal and compliance with industry standards.

What is the difference between Color Chemist vs Color Technologist?

AspectColor ChemistColor Technologist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fieldBachelor's degree in Chemistry, Material Science, or related field
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, R&D facilities, manufacturing plantsLaboratories, production facilities, quality control labs
Industry UsageDevelops and formulates colorants, dyes, and pigmentsApplies color formulations in manufacturing, quality control, and product development
Common Search/ComparisonColor Chemist vs Color Technologist

While both roles involve working with colors and require similar educational backgrounds, a Color Chemist primarily focuses on developing and synthesizing new color compounds, whereas a Color Technologist applies existing color formulations in production and quality control. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers identify the right career path or job opportunity in the color industry.

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What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Color Chemist jobs?

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Infographic showing various Color Chemist job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

LC-MS Chemist - Metabolism

Labcorp

Madison, WI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


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Job description


Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world's most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people's health around the world. Together, we're improving health and improving lives.


Labcorp is seeking an LC-MS Chemist - Metabolism to join our team in Madison, WI.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Job Responsibilities

  • Organize and independently perform routine to moderate-level method validation activities in compliance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines (GLP/GCP).
  • Execute advanced method validation tasks with guidance from a Lead Scientist.
  • Apply intermediate data interpretation and analytical instrumentation skills to resolve procedural and scientific problems with minimal assistance.
  • Assist in the review of reports, methods, protocols, and SOPs; maintain complete and audit-ready study documentation.
  • Communicate problems, deviations, and corrective actions to Lead Scientist and/or management in a timely manner.
  • Manage assigned project work, coordinating activities with team members to deliver high-quality data to internal clients on schedule.
  • Collaborate effectively with colleagues across the Bioanalytical site and support cross-functional communications with external clients.
  • Train and mentor less experienced laboratory staff.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives and participate in department-wide quality initiatives.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
  • 1.5 or more years of hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS bioanalysis, including MRM-based quantitation and method execution.
  • 1.5 or more years of experience with ADME/PK assays such as liver microsomal stability, permeability assays (e.g., MDCK-MDR1), and PK sample processing (plasma, tissue lysates).
  • 1.5 or more years operating triple quadrupole mass spectrometer platforms (e.g., Waters Xevo TQS, Agilent 6400 QQQ, SCIEX 5500, and SCIEX 6500).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.
  • 1 or more years of exposure to CYP inhibition or Time-Dependent Inhibition (TDI) assays and drug-drug interaction (DDI) studies.
  • 1 or more years of experience assisting in the development or optimization of new bioanalytical methods.

Additional Job Standards:

  • Proficiency with data acquisition and processing software (MassLynx, MassHunter, Analyst, or equivalent).
  • Proficiency with ELN documentation, word processing, spreadsheet, and specialized analytical software.
  • Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to generate reproducible, high-quality bioanalytical data.
  • Familiarity with Orbitrap platforms or other high-resolution mass spectrometry systems.
  • Knowledge of regulatory guidelines including FDA, EMA, and ICH bioanalytical method validation guidance.
  • Experience working in a GLP/GCP-regulated environment (CRO or pharmaceutical/biotech industry).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proven ability to prioritize workloads and manage time effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment.

Benefits:Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.For more detailed information, pleaseclick here.


Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Labcorp strives for inclusion and belonging in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications and merit of the individual. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Additionally, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law.


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