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SUMMARY:
Responsible for providing or overseeing the analysis, administration, and oversight of varied chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs, and practices. Provides feedback and guidance regarding the analysis of materials, products, and/or devices using intermediate to complex professional and technical knowledge of chemistry/biochemistry or related instrumentation, testing, and procedures.

Compensation: $55,000.00 - 70,000.00 per year

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Provides intermediate to complex analysis in support of testing materials, products, and/or devices using a variety of analytical instrumentation; follows standard operating procedures and methods.
• Performs review, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of testing results.
• Oversees or reviews, completes, and processes various chemistry/biochemistry forms, documents, databases, and related materials.
• Provides analysis, interpretation, and guidance to staff and leadership regarding chemistry/biochemistry policies, programs, and practices; supports operational changes and implementation efforts.
• Conducts research and provides recommendations to resolve management, employee, and customer inquiries; coordinates responses and resources as needed.
• Analyzes operations, results, and related chemistry/biochemistry data to identify trends, interpret findings, and present recommendations to management.
• Ensures accuracy of tests, equipment, procedures, and operational data through audits, reviews, and collaboration with teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Assists with development and execution of chemistry/biochemistry or cross-functional projects, including budgets, timelines, materials, and staffing needs; provides updates to management.
• Cleans, maintains, prepares, and calibrates equipment, samples, and work areas.
• Interprets and applies department policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations, seeking guidance as needed.
• Contributes to department effectiveness by offering suggestions and participating as an active team member.
• Promotes and supports the mission of Pace Analytical through professional, cooperative interactions with customers and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field; AND 2-5 years of related experience, including work with complex programs or operations; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills

Required Knowledge:

• Intermediate to advanced principles, practices, and techniques of chemistry/biochemistry.
• Understanding of the administration and oversight of chemistry/biochemistry programs, policies, and procedures.
• Methods for resolving chemistry/biochemistry-related problems and challenges.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Familiarity with laboratory testing tools, equipment, and calibration processes.
• Computer applications and systems relevant to the work.
• Principles and practices of effective teamwork.
• Communication methods to ensure safe and effective operations with staff and customers.
• Proper use of business English, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Required Skills:

• Performing intermediate to complex chemistry/biochemistry duties across assigned areas.
• Overseeing and administering chemistry/biochemistry functions.
• Training others on policies and procedures.
• Contributing to project development and management as a team member.
• Operating effectively in both team-based and independent work environments.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, and regulations.
• Preparing reports, correspondence, and technical documentation.
• Exercising initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Demonstrating tact and professionalism in all interactions.
• Delivering effective presentations to various audiences.
• Contributing to team goals and objectives.
• Building and maintaining effective working relationships.

PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work in laboratory and office environments.
• Use of standard office and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting up to 20 pounds and frequent lifting up to 10 pounds.
• Visual ability to read printed materials and computer screens.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and via telephone.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in both laboratory and office settings. The laboratory environment may involve exposure to chemicals, fumes, gases, and noxious odors.

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Benefits
When you join Pace®, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace® provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.