Chemist

Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Chemist for a 1‑month contract position at a biotech startup in Petaluma, CA. If you’re passionate about turning scientific discoveries into real‑world solutions and are ready to advance your career, trust the experts at Hiring Experts.

$30/hour

The primary responsibility is executing a well‑defined spectrophotometer‑based method validation protocol, guided and remotely supervised by the Regulatory Director.

Monday‑Friday, standard working hours.

• Execute a pre‑written validation protocol using a Thermo Fisher Evolution Plus spectrophotometer.
• Perform all analytical procedures as instructed, including sample analysis and data recording.
• Accurately use laboratory equipment such as spectrophotometers, electronic pipettes, and cuvettes.
• Conduct routine dilutions and calculations as specified.
• Participate in remote daily check‑in meetings with the Regulatory Director to review tasks, results, and any questions.
• Collaborate with onsite staff for training and troubleshooting instrument‑specific questions.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field required.
• 2+ years of analytical chemistry lab experience.
• Hands‑on experience operating a spectrophotometer; specific experience with Thermo Fisher Evolution Plus preferred.

Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience appear to be a good fit. Even if this position doesn’t work out, you’ll remain in our talent network, giving you access to future opportunities.

Kelly supports employees with a range of voluntary benefit plans—including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability—as well as a retirement savings plan, service bonus, holiday pay plans, a transit spending account, and paid sick leave, depending on eligibility. For more information on available benefits, please visit the Kelly Talent Community.

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