CHEMICAL SPECIALIST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
The Chemical Specialist possesses a robust foundation in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry, coupled with substantial experience in chemical sales or laboratory settings. This role demands expertise in a wide array of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, AA, and ICP, as well as a thorough understanding of modern synthetic chemistry such as chiral, combinatorial, and organometallic methods. The ideal candidate excels in interpersonal communication, and is proficient in Microsoft Office and Internet applications, with a readiness to meet clients at various locations.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Chemical Specialist Resume
- Chemical Handling
- Laboratory Testing
- Safety Compliance
- Data Analysis
- Process Optimization
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Control
- SCADA Systems Proficiency
- Chemical Synthesis Techniques
- Regulatory Knowledge
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Innovation
- Stress Management
Summary of Chemical Specialist Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Chemical Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- A background in Science or equivalent experience
- Equivalent experience in a chemistry laboratory setting.
- Knowledge of chemical structures and compounds management, hazard classification and chemical segregation techniques.
- Understanding of VWR's products and services effective
- Training in the following for those locations that require shipping including 49 CFR 172.704 for DOT Hazardous Materials Regulation, 40 Hours OSH and Emergency Response and Preparedness.
- Excellent time management, communication, customer service, and organization skills.
- Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality
- Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures
- Must be flexible, forward-thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently.
- Technical skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel
- Knowledge of various chemical/container tracking systems such as SciQuest, CISPRO, etc.
2. BA in Chemistry with 5 years of Experience
- A background in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry
- Proven successful chemical sales experience or lab experience
- Strong technical and lab experience in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemistry
- Knowledge in analytical chemistry, organic synthesis, cGMP production, and modern synthetic chemistry (including chiral, combinatorial and organometallic)
- Familiarity with bench testing and analysis applications such as HPLC, GC, AA and ICP
- Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication, and presentation skills
- Computer proficiency in MS Office and the internet
- Organizational skills to multi-task and meet deadlines
- Able and willing to travel to customer locations
- Demonstrates the Thermo Fisher values (The Four I’s) – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement
3. BA in Biochemistry with 3 years of Experience
- A background in analytical chemistry, pharmacy, biotechnology, or equivalent
- Working experience in a cGMP environment (QC/QA/manufacturing).
- Strong experience and knowledge of Separations and Chemical and Physical techniques for the analysis of biopharmaceutical products
- Experience working with (c)GMP compliance
- Deviation management experience (non-conformances, corrective/preventive actions)
- Fluent in English and Dutch
- Ability to use near vision to view samples at close range.
- Strong skills in chemical biology, nucleic acid chemistry and molecular biology techniques
- Experience with NGS or other genetic analysis methods
- Strong theoretical and practical chemistry skills, especially as applied to DNA
- Good knowledge of modern analytical methods (eg, HPLC, Mass Spec and NMR)
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