Entry Level Materials Sample Preparation Chemist
Full-time
Syracuse, NY, USA
Posted on Oct 4, 2026
Role: Laboratory Analyst responsible for preparing, analyzing, and reporting solid samples using Glow Discharge Mass Spectrometry (GDMS).
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare samples including metals, powders, ceramics, and coatings using various tools and acids.
- Perform analyses and generate detailed reports.
- Troubleshoot processes and equipment to ensure optimal operation.
- Maintain compliance with ITAR regulations and company standards for information security.
- Bachelor’s degree in materials science, chemistry, or related field.
- At least 2 years of relevant laboratory experience.
- Experience with testing instrumentation such as microscopes, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, and gas analyzers.
- Strong planning, prioritization, and collaborative skills.
- Proactive in self-development and capable of managing conflicts effectively.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and operate lab equipment.
- Must handle small, fragile devices and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Visual acuity and willingness to wear PPE are required.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with high attention to safety and detail.