Job Title: Technical Support Chemist Job Description The Technical Support Chemist will serve as the subject matter expert on all chemical products, including kits and reagents. This role involves addressing technical inquiries, troubleshooting product-use issues, and delivering clear and effective support solutions to customers. Responsibilities + Serve as the primary point of contact for customers utilizing chemical products. + Respond to telephone calls and emails from customers with questions, concerns, or feedback. + Provide technical assistance to other departments such as Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service. + Log all incoming and outgoing calls and emails within the daily call log and manage follow-ups accordingly. + Prepare chemical batches and standard solutions using analytical methods. + Maintain an accurate and complete laboratory notebook for benchwork. + Ensure a safe and compliant working environment during all laboratory experiments. + Investigate unusual test results related to product performance by reproducing conditions through lab recreation experiments. + Utilize internal support documentation and identify opportunities for updates or new resource materials as needed. Essential Skills + Quality control + Laboratory techniques + Chemistry and chemical product expertise + Data entry and troubleshooting + Technical support and customer service + Analytical chemistry + Sales support capabilities + Wet chemistry proficiency Additional Skills & Qualifications + 2+ years of experience in a chemistry laboratory environment + Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms + Positive and cheerful disposition and patience with customers + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) + Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field + 2+ years of work experience in a technical environment + Familiarity with the swimming pool and hot tub industry Work Environment The role offers a mixture of laboratory and office work, providing flexibility and a collaborative environment where everyone is willing to lend a helping hand. The work environment is diverse and supportive, ensuring a safe and compliant setting for all laboratory experiments. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sparks, MD. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/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 Sparks,MD. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 18, 2026. 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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.