Entry Level Chemist Jobs
New grad chemist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or lab coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Chemicals & Materials, with employers like Veolia, Eurofins, and SGS hiring at this level now.
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Business Title: Chemist II – RNA Synthesis
Position Title: Analyst II
Division: Consumer Products Services
Entity: Consumer Products Services/ATL
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports to: Manager
FLSA: Non-exempt
Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.
Position Summary:
The Chemist II is responsible for assisting with synthesis and downstream processing of oligo synthesis using various analytical techniques. AKTA, LC-MS, UPLC, LTQ, QDA analytical instruments are used. This person will assist with training new staff, work on multiple projects simultaneously and stay current with new modifications of oligonucleotides.
Duties and Responsibilities:
It is everyone’s responsibility to live out our Values and Absolutes by Shaping a World of Trust while ensuring responsible progress.
- Independently perform downstream processing of oligo synthesis: cleavage, deprotection, purification, desalting and annealing
- Bioconjugation of single strand oligonucleotide
- Use of general laboratory equipment including but not limited to pipettors, centrifuges, incubators, biological safety cabinets and balances
- Instrumentation for methods and techniques described include various synthesizers, LC-MS, UPLC, LTQ, QDA, Nanodrop, etc.
- Familiarity with various statistical analysis tools and able to solve technical problems and make recommendations for improvement
- Work closely with members of the RNAi scale up chemistry team to understand and validate requirements for synthesis scaleup and downstream processing
- Review literature to stay current on new methods for oligonucleotides and provide technical solutions to clients and management
- Lab experience with solution preparation, separation, quantification, synthesis methodologies for DNA/RNA, proteins, oligonucleotides, etc.
- Software includes instrument-specific for capturing and analyzing data, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams/Sharepoint, etc), LIMS, electronic laboratory notebooks, etc.
- Detailed record keeping of daily experiments in ELNs
- General Lab Maintenance
- Train new staff members
- Identify, troubleshoot, and suggest technical solutions to clients and management
- Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and Company Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Comply with clients’ and Company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Perform other essential tasks projects and responsibilities as required.
- Other duties as defined by the Manager, department needs and workload
Skills & Proficiencies:
- Experience, troubleshooting, and optimizing synthetic protocols on various synthesizers
- Strong laboratory skills and experience with analytical instrumentation such as AKTA, Agilent LC-MS and UPLC, Vanquish LTQ, Water’s QDA, etc.
- Experience in developing new chromatographic methods (IEX/RP-HPLC, SPE, LC-MS).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prepare written technical reports
- Strong oral communication skills in presenting facts and recommendations
- Confident, execution-focused, and team oriented with a desire to thrive in a fast-paced growing environment
- Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients
- Ability to perform multiple tasks
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines
- Individual and Team work ethic
- Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement
- Champions and adheres to company values including team engagement
Education and Experience:
- Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely related field
Minimum of one (1) year of experience with oligonucleotide chemistry
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above
Compensation Range: $28.00-$31.00 per hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as location, education, experience, and skillset).
Overview:
Business Title: Chemist II – RNA Synthesis
Position Title: Analyst II
Division: Consumer Products Services
Entity: Consumer Products Services/ATL
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Reports to: Manager
FLSA: Non-exempt
Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.
Position Summary:
The Chemist II is responsible for assisting with synthesis and downstream processing of oligo synthesis using various analytical techniques. AKTA, LC-MS, UPLC, LTQ, QDA analytical instruments are used. This person will assist with training new staff, work on multiple projects simultaneously and stay current with new modifications of oligonucleotides.
Duties and Responsibilities:
It is everyone’s responsibility to live out our Values and Absolutes by Shaping a World of Trust while ensuring responsible progress.
- Independently perform downstream processing of oligo synthesis: cleavage, deprotection, purification, desalting and annealing
- Bioconjugation of single strand oligonucleotide
- Use of general laboratory equipment including but not limited to pipettors, centrifuges, incubators, biological safety cabinets and balances
- Instrumentation for methods and techniques described include various synthesizers, LC-MS, UPLC, LTQ, QDA, Nanodrop, etc.
- Familiarity with various statistical analysis tools and able to solve technical problems and make recommendations for improvement
- Work closely with members of the RNAi scale up chemistry team to understand and validate requirements for synthesis scaleup and downstream processing
- Review literature to stay current on new methods for oligonucleotides and provide technical solutions to clients and management
- Lab experience with solution preparation, separation, quantification, synthesis methodologies for DNA/RNA, proteins, oligonucleotides, etc.
- Software includes instrument-specific for capturing and analyzing data, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams/Sharepoint, etc), LIMS, electronic laboratory notebooks, etc.
- Detailed record keeping of daily experiments in ELNs
- General Lab Maintenance
- Train new staff members
- Identify, troubleshoot, and suggest technical solutions to clients and management
- Follow the guidelines set forth with clients and Company Quality, Health, Safety, Security and Environmental policies and procedures.
- Comply with clients’ and Company management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
- Perform other essential tasks projects and responsibilities as required.
- Other duties as defined by the Manager, department needs and workload
Skills & Proficiencies:
- Experience, troubleshooting, and optimizing synthetic protocols on various synthesizers
- Strong laboratory skills and experience with analytical instrumentation such as AKTA, Agilent LC-MS and UPLC, Vanquish LTQ, Water’s QDA, etc.
- Experience in developing new chromatographic methods (IEX/RP-HPLC, SPE, LC-MS).
- Strong organizational skills and ability to prepare written technical reports
- Strong oral communication skills in presenting facts and recommendations
- Confident, execution-focused, and team oriented with a desire to thrive in a fast-paced growing environment
- Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients
- Ability to perform multiple tasks
- Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines
- Individual and Team work ethic
- Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement
- Champions and adheres to company values including team engagement
Education and Experience:
- Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely related field
Minimum of one (1) year of experience with oligonucleotide chemistry
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above
Compensation Range: $28.00-$31.00 per hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as location, education, experience, and skillset).
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Entry Level Chemist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level chemist job?
Focus on hands-on experience first: lab coursework, undergraduate research, or an internship all signal readiness to entry level employers. Tailor your resume to highlight specific techniques you've used, such as chromatography, titration, or spectroscopy. A concise cover letter that connects your academic work to the employer's industry, whether pharma, food science, or manufacturing, gives you a concrete edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level chemists?
Companies hiring entry level chemists right now include Veolia, Eurofins, and SGS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Entry level openings come from a broad mix of employers, including large chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers, contract research organizations, environmental testing labs, and consumer goods companies actively building junior talent pipelines.
Are there remote entry level chemist jobs?
Yes, though most chemistry roles require in-person lab access. About 0% of entry level chemist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve data analysis, regulatory documentation, or quality assurance work that doesn't require bench time. If flexibility matters to you, filtering by work setting will help you find those openings quickly.
Are these new grad chemist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior chemist roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-ops in place of full-time history, and values lab coursework or a senior thesis project. If a listing says 'no experience required' or 'entry level considered,' it's generally open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level chemists?
Entry level chemist roles concentrate in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they rely on ongoing lab testing, formulation work, and quality control processes that are well suited to candidates building foundational skills early in their careers.