Technical Analyst

The Technical Analyst serves as the technical authority for laboratory methods, instrumentation, and analytical validity within the Chemistry department. This role is responsible for ensuring the scientific integrity, technical compliance, and defensibility of analytical data generated by the laboratory. The focus is exclusively on technical oversight, method authority, and quality compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise to laboratory personnel.
• Ensure analytical activities comply with scientific standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Oversee technical oversight of laboratory instrumentation, ensuring readiness and compliance.
• Lead method authorization, validation, and technical review of analytical data.
• Share accountability for the technical accuracy and integrity of laboratory reports prior to release.
• Develop and oversee technical training programs and competency standards to ensure staff proficiency and cross-functional coverage.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks within laboratory processes.
• Perform sample preparation, analytical testing, and data interpretation as required.
• Author, revise, and manage controlled SOPs in accordance with regulatory standards and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Oversee SOP review, change control, and QA/QC approval processes, ensuring alignment with validated methods and regulatory expectations.
• Support internal and external audits by providing technical documentation and evidence of compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related scientific discipline, OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 24 semester credit hours of chemistry coursework.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in analytical laboratory operations.
• Experience with ICP OES, ICP-MS, and AA (Atomic Absorption), with ICP OES and ICP-MS being most critical.
• Knowledge of TNI 2016 standards.

• Experience in environmental chemistry, metal materials, and materials science.
• Familiarity with environmental science and scientific analysis software.

The company is growing rapidly and has ambitious growth goals, providing a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. The role involves working alongside 9 other lab technicians, receiving deliveries in the morning, and processing orders throughout the day.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of North Chesterfield, VA.

The pay range for this position is $55000.00 - $65000.00/yr.

100% 401k match and a yearly bonus.

This is a fully onsite position in North Chesterfield,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.