💼 Full-Time Position

Laboratory Analytical Scientist

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Actalent
📍 Portland, OR, United States
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Location
Portland, United States
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Posted
July 01, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Job Title: Laboratory Analytical Scientist
**New grads with Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering**
Job Description
We are seeking a Laboratory Analytical Scientist to join our dynamic and expanding laboratory function. This role is crucial in supporting advanced recycling through feedstock characterization, quality assurance, and the development of Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) to facilitate commercial transactions globally. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Responsibilities

+ Own the daily operation, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation.

+ Perform sample preparation including shredding, milling, and digestion.

+ Operate and maintain instruments such as ICP-OES/ICP-MS, GC/GC-MS, Elemental analyzers (CHNS), CIC systems, and XRF, FTIR/NIR spectroscopy.

+ Ensure instrument up...