CHEMIST I

Position Number: 22087984 
County: Pulaski 
Posting End Date: Open Until Filled
Anticipated Starting Salary: $58,700
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Hiring Authority:

Tanner Canamore

tanner.canamore@arkansas.gov

501-534-6009

 

As the largest industry in Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Agriculture is dedicated to the development and implementation of policies and programs for Arkansas agriculture and forestry to keep its farmers and ranchers competitive in national and international markets while ensuring safe food, fiber, and forest products for the citizens of the state and nation. The Department is organized into five Divisions: Forestry Division, Livestock and Poultry Division, Natural Resources Division, Plant Industries Division, and Shared Services Division.

 

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry or other related sciences
• At least one year experience in the characterization of toxicologically significant compounds within environmental matrices
• Hands on experience in operating analytical instruments such as LC/MS, ICP-MS, and Ion Chromatography
• Proficiency in sample preparation, including matrix extraction and clean-up methodologies
• At least one year of experience working under ISO 17025:2017 quality system requirements
• Experience with document management software such as Ideagen Quality Management Software, formerly known as Qualtrax, is highly desirable
• Readiness to perform additional responsibilities as assigned, including, but not limited to, receiving training to support operations in other laboratories. 

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.