Chemist

Job overview

The Chemist role is an onsite position based in Atlanta, GA. Compensation is not specified for this role, which supports the Inorganic and Radiation Analytical Toxicology Branch at the CDC. This role exists to provide critical support for the analysis and development of methods testing for trace and toxic elements in biological samples. The Chemist will validate laboratory methods, maintain ICP-MS instrumentation, and ensure compliance with quality control and safety protocols to support public health research.

What you'll do

• Develop and validate laboratory methods for trace and toxic elements
• implement validated methods
• maintain and troubleshoot ICP-MS instrumentation
• adhere to QC/QA processes
• report analytical results
• handle biological samples safely.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

atlanta ga

chemist

laboratory

toxicology

cdc

onsite

no on-call

no weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance.

Why this role

Requires CDC clearance; BSL2 setting; CLIA-regulated environment.

About the employer

Battelle Memorial Institute is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.