Entry Level Analytical Chemist Jobs
New grad analytical chemist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a lab portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Chemicals & Materials, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Medical Devices, with employers like Celanese, PPG, and DuPont hiring at this level now.
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DuPont is seeking an Analytical Chemist to support the Advanced Mobility business, with a focus on Automotive Adhesives. This is a highly independent, hands-on laboratory role where you will own critical separations capabilities and deliver high-quality analytical insights that enable product development, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance.
You will play a key role in solving complex technical challenges, supporting product stewardship, and expanding analytical capabilities in a dynamic R&D environment.
Key Responsibilities
Separations Leadership & Method Ownership
- Own and operate chromatographic methods including GC/MS, GC/FID, HPLC, and GPC
- Serve as site subject matter expert (SME) for separations and chromatographic analysis
- Develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods to support R&D, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory needs
- Maintain instrument performance, calibration, and data integrity standards
- Collaborate with centralized analytical teams to advance and implement new methodologies
Analytical Testing, Problem Solving & Compliance
- Perform hands-on laboratory work including sample preparation, testing, data analysis, and reporting
- Deliver actionable insights to support root cause failure analysis (RCFA), material characterization and product development, and manufacturing and quality investigations
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Generate high-quality data to support regulatory and product stewardship activities, including:
- Quantification and screening of Substances of Concern (SoC) and Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC)
- Development of data packages to demonstrate compliance with regulatory thresholds
- Support for REACH, TSCA, customer specifications, and product compliance evaluations
- Ensure analytical methods, documentation, and data meet regulatory and quality standards
Expanded Analytical Capability
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Build and apply working knowledge across additional techniques, including:
- Auto titration (e.g., NCO, water content)
- VOC and compositional analysis
- Rheology and viscoelastic characterization
- Thermal analysis (DSC, TGA, thermal conductivity)
- Electrical and flammability testing
Laboratory & Equipment Ownership
- Act as Equipment Responsible Person (ERP) for assigned instrumentation
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting
- Ensure compliance with quality systems, documentation requirements, and audit readiness
Collaboration & Execution
- Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and TS&D to define and deliver analytical support
- Contribute to cross-functional projects by providing technical recommendations and insights
- Manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment
- Hands-on experience with chromatographic techniques (GC, HPLC, GPC; MS-based methods preferred)
- Strong analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills
- Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field
- Experience supporting regulatory testing, compliance data generation, or product stewardship
- Experience with polymer or materials characterization
- Familiarity with quality systems, SOP-driven environments, and LIMS/ELN platforms
Key Success Factors
- Strong ownership of analytical methods, data quality, and technical outputs
- High attention to detail, particularly in regulatory-relevant data and documentation
- Ability to translate analytical findings into clear technical and business insights
- Continuous learning mindset with initiative to expand analytical capabilities
- Effective collaboration across technical and cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in managing data within LIMS/ELN systems to ensure traceability and integrity
- Strong bias toward leveraging digital tools to enhance laboratory productivity and efficiency
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DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.
DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package.
At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers
DuPont is seeking an Analytical Chemist to support the Advanced Mobility business, with a focus on Automotive Adhesives. This is a highly independent, hands-on laboratory role where you will own critical separations capabilities and deliver high-quality analytical insights that enable product development, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance.
You will play a key role in solving complex technical challenges, supporting product stewardship, and expanding analytical capabilities in a dynamic R&D environment.
Key Responsibilities
Separations Leadership & Method Ownership
- Own and operate chromatographic methods including GC/MS, GC/FID, HPLC, and GPC
- Serve as site subject matter expert (SME) for separations and chromatographic analysis
- Develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods to support R&D, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory needs
- Maintain instrument performance, calibration, and data integrity standards
- Collaborate with centralized analytical teams to advance and implement new methodologies
Analytical Testing, Problem Solving & Compliance
- Perform hands-on laboratory work including sample preparation, testing, data analysis, and reporting
- Deliver actionable insights to support root cause failure analysis (RCFA), material characterization and product development, and manufacturing and quality investigations
-
Generate high-quality data to support regulatory and product stewardship activities, including:
- Quantification and screening of Substances of Concern (SoC) and Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC)
- Development of data packages to demonstrate compliance with regulatory thresholds
- Support for REACH, TSCA, customer specifications, and product compliance evaluations
- Ensure analytical methods, documentation, and data meet regulatory and quality standards
Expanded Analytical Capability
-
Build and apply working knowledge across additional techniques, including:
- Auto titration (e.g., NCO, water content)
- VOC and compositional analysis
- Rheology and viscoelastic characterization
- Thermal analysis (DSC, TGA, thermal conductivity)
- Electrical and flammability testing
Laboratory & Equipment Ownership
- Act as Equipment Responsible Person (ERP) for assigned instrumentation
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting
- Ensure compliance with quality systems, documentation requirements, and audit readiness
Collaboration & Execution
- Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and TS&D to define and deliver analytical support
- Contribute to cross-functional projects by providing technical recommendations and insights
- Manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced laboratory environment
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment
- Hands-on experience with chromatographic techniques (GC, HPLC, GPC; MS-based methods preferred)
- Strong analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills
- Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field
- Experience supporting regulatory testing, compliance data generation, or product stewardship
- Experience with polymer or materials characterization
- Familiarity with quality systems, SOP-driven environments, and LIMS/ELN platforms
Key Success Factors
- Strong ownership of analytical methods, data quality, and technical outputs
- High attention to detail, particularly in regulatory-relevant data and documentation
- Ability to translate analytical findings into clear technical and business insights
- Continuous learning mindset with initiative to expand analytical capabilities
- Effective collaboration across technical and cross-functional teams
- Proficiency in managing data within LIMS/ELN systems to ensure traceability and integrity
- Strong bias toward leveraging digital tools to enhance laboratory productivity and efficiency
Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us!
DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.
DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package.
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Entry Level Analytical Chemist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level analytical chemist job?
Focus on hands-on lab experience from coursework, internships, or co-ops, and highlight specific techniques you have used, such as HPLC, GC-MS, or titration. Employers at this level look for familiarity with standard lab safety protocols, attention to detail in data recording, and a working knowledge of GLP or GMP environments. A targeted resume that names instruments and methods gives you a clear edge over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire entry level analytical chemists?
Companies hiring entry level analytical chemists right now include Celanese, PPG, and DuPont, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract testing laboratories, food and beverage producers, and specialty chemical companies that regularly onboard junior chemists to support quality control and R&D functions.
Are there remote entry level analytical chemist jobs?
Yes, though most analytical chemist work is lab-based, some supporting roles do offer flexibility. About 0% of entry level analytical chemist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, typically covering data analysis, report writing, or regulatory documentation tasks. Fully remote positions at this level are less common than in other fields, so candidates open to on-site or hybrid arrangements will see the widest range of opportunities.
Are these new grad analytical chemist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior analytical chemist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op rotations toward the requirement, or explicitly accepts a strong academic project or portfolio in place of full-time work history. Searching for roles labeled junior or associate alongside entry level will surface the full range of new grad openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level analytical chemists?
Entry Level analytical chemist roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the entry level because they depend on routine testing, quality assurance, and compliance workflows that are well-suited to recent graduates building foundational lab skills.