Nutrition Chemist
Actalent
Job Title: Nutrition Chemist
Job Description
Looking for a Nutrition Chemist with strong background in GCMS, LECO, UV-Vis and Grava, Metric Analysis! Ideally from Nutrition Chemist setting, or 3+ years of relevant experience.
Essential Skills
+ GC-MS experience would be beneficial
+ LECO experience would be beneficial (protein analysis)
+ A strong working knowledge of wet chemistry (titrations, etc.)
+ Experience in Grava-metric analysis (analysis by weighing stuff – moisture would be a good example of that)
+ UV-Vis Experience (Absorbance equation)
Additional Skills & Qualifications
+ Good observational skills
+ Attention to detail
+ Organizational skills
+ Good writing skills (as they head into SOPs) – technical writing skills
+ Good math skills
Work Environment
Work in a fast-paced analytical laboratory environment, operating Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:30pm. Join a team of six chemists, reporting to the Lab Manager. Enjoy designated free parking downtown, and partake in monthly food events, summer BBQs, and Kids to Work Day. Benefit from a comprehensive package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, PTO, and more. A bonus has been historically paid out annually, valued at about a month's salary, with adjustments for partial year employment.
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Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Portland, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $49920.00 - $56000.00/yr.
Medical/vision insurance (company covers 100% of EE premium and 90% of dependent and HSA- company covers 100% of premium and contributes to HSA every month), dental insurance, LTD, FSA, supplemental insurance, LegalShield/IDShield, 401(k), PTO,
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 12, 2026.
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