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Job Title


Analytical Chemist


Company : Kemetco Research


Location : vancouver, British Columbia


Created : 2026-01-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About Us:Kemetco Research Inc. is a private Canadian company located in Richmond, British Columbia. We provide laboratory testing, applied research, and process development services to support industries in clean energy, mining, environmental protection, and advanced materials. Our work includes chemical analysis, water and wastewater testing, battery and fuel cell research, and the development of sustainable chemical and metallurgical processes. Kemetco helps clients, from small start-ups to major international companies, turn innovative ideas into practical industrial applications. Our team of scientists, engineers, and technicians works in modern laboratories equipped with advanced instruments for testing and pilot-scale experiments. By combining chemistry, engineering, and environmental science, we help improve industrial efficiency, reduce pollution, and support Canadas transition to cleaner technologies.We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist to join our team. The position offers opportunities to work on innovative projects, collaborate with experienced scientists and engineers, and contribute to the advancement of sustainable technologies developed in British Columbia.Job Duties:Analyze, synthesize, purify, modify and characterize chemical compoundsDevelop and conduct programs of analysis to ensure quality control of raw materials, chemical intermediates or final productsConduct research to develop new chemical formulations and processes and devise new technical applications of industrial chemicals and compoundsConduct research to discover, develop, refine and evaluate new productsConduct fundamental and applied research into the synthesis and properties of chemical compounds and the mechanisms of chemical reactionsParticipate in interdisciplinary research and development projects working with chemical engineers or other professionalsConduct analyses using various techniques e.g. chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation methods, and microscopy techniques to identify and quantify substances in samples.Prepare report and provide client with informationMinimum requirements:Bachelors Degree in in chemistry or chemical engineering is requiredFluent in EnglishMinimum 2+ years working experiences as analytical chemistMinimum 2+ years experiences dealing with industrial chemical plants, pulp and paper industry chemicals, or chemicals in mining industry, e.g. Cyanide matrixes, Sulphuric acid matrix, Liquid chlorine matrix, Chloro-alkali matrix, Mining and battery matrixesSoftware/Computer Knowledge:Microsoft Word/Excel;ChemstationOpenlab CDSOmnionMagIC NetPythonMATLABMS VisioSalary: $41 - $43/hr, 40 hours/weekBenefits:Dental planExtended Health planTo ApplyPlease submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] with the subject line Analytical Chemist Application [Your Name]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.Kemetco Research Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest and encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.