Job Title
Senior Analytical Chemist – Method Development
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Job Overview
Airswift is seeking an experienced Senior Analytical Chemist to support scientific method review, validation, and development activities for a leading organization. This role is best suited for a candidate with a strong method-development background rather than an equipment-focused profile, and who is comfortable translating complex scientific findings into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Review existing scientific and analytical methods to ensure adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices
- Assess, design, and execute simulations related to analytical methods
- Review and recommend method revisions based on data analysis and simulation outcomes
- Develop and implement validation strategies, including devising appropriate tests for simulations
- Validate data accuracy and ensure robustness and reproducibility of analytical results
- Apply expertise across multiple analytical techniques to evaluate method suitability and performance
- Provide method-based recommendations and guidance to internal teams and external customers
- Clearly communicate results, findings, and data-driven narratives to non-scientific audiences when required
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Master’s degree or higher in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline
- Strong hands-on background with X-ray instrumentation
- Working knowledge and experience with:
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) instruments
- Nitrogen/Sulfur analyzers
- Demonstrated experience reviewing, assessing, and validating scientific methods
- Proven ability to conduct simulations and evaluate their relevance and accuracy
- Familiarity with a wide range of analytical methodologies and standards
Preferred Background
- Experience in method development is strongly preferred over equipment-focused or service-only roles
- Prior involvement in scientific method optimization, validation, or standardization initiatives
Soft Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to explain complex scientific concepts to non-scientific stakeholders
- Concise communicator with the ability to “tell a story with data”
- Detail-oriented while maintaining a big-picture perspective
Additional Information
- Contract role with strong potential for extension based on performance and business need
- Competitive contractor rates offered through Airswift