• Chemist

    Actalent (Madison, WI)


    Chemist

    Job Description

    Join our BioAnalytical Team as an Chemist where you will engage in critical biological extractions from samples such as urine, blood, and plasma. You will work with cutting-edge robotics and utilize tools like balances, pH meters, and pipettes. Operating under GLP regulations, you will have the opportunity to quickly advance your training if experienced.

    Responsibilities

    + Perform biological extractions on various biological samples.

    + Initially focus on wet lab extractions, then transition to LC-MS (HPLC-Mass Spec) after six months.

    + Operate robotics for liquid handling.

    + Utilize laboratory tools such as balances, pH meters, and pipettes.

    + Use eWorkbook software on a tablet.

    + Adhere to GLP regulations.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a related Life Science field.

    + 1+ year of chemistry coursework or undergraduate research experience.

    + Experience with pipetting and solution preparation.

    + Experience with HPLC, LC-MS, or Mass Spec is a plus.

    + Strong attention to detail.

    + Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

    + Ability to work effectively in a team.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + 2-3 years of relevant work experience preferred.

    + Experience in food service, bartending, or client-facing roles is helpful.

    + Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

    + Strong multitasking abilities.

    + High ownership of work and ability to recognize and correct errors.

    Work Environment

    This role is set in a lab environment within the Bioanalytical team, comprising approximately 100 employees. The focus is predominantly on lab-based activities working 1st shift core hours.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $26.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.