About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Clinical diagnostic testing (functional medicine laboratory).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Chemist I — Extraction to join their onsite laboratory in Mcminnville, OR. This entry-level to early-career role supports sample preparation and analytical testing (urine and saliva) with opportunities for learning and career progression within a clinical diagnostics / functional medicine testing environment.

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Compensation & Benefits

Confidential Client offers a market-based competitive wage and a benefits package that may include:

• Bonus potential
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Wellness program and onsite gym
• Paid time off, holidays, and floating holiday
• Employee assistance program
• Free diagnostic tests (internal benefit) Note: a salary estimate was provided in the source post (approximately $49,723 per year). Actual pay will depend on experience, skills, and internal equity.

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What You’ll Do

You will perform routine sample preparation and analytical support tasks to enable high-quality laboratory testing. Typical responsibilities include:

• Perform analytical methods on patient urine and saliva samples using UV‑vis spectrophotometry, solid phase extraction, hydrolysis, and derivatization
• Prepare reagents, standards, and solutions used in testing
• Keep accurate, neat, and detailed records and logs
• Observe equipment for abnormalities and perform basic troubleshooting and routine maintenance
• Operate laboratory instrumentation and lab-specific software; learn new systems quickly
• Follow laboratory methods, SOPs, and quality procedures; escalate quality concerns promptly
• Manage multiple assignments with accuracy and timeliness
• Perform basic office tasks (filing, copying, email) to support lab operations
• Demonstrate the client’s core values and collaborate with teammates; perform other duties as needed

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a laboratory science or equivalent education that includes 24 semester hours of science (at least 12 chemistry, 6 biology, and remaining 6 in chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology)
• Basic laboratory skills and familiarity with scientific equipment and safe lab practices
• Computer literacy; ability to learn Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams) and lab information systems
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize
• Good verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well in teams
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work flexible hours as required

Preferred (but not required):

• Experience with UV‑vis spectrophotometry, solid phase extraction, or sample derivatization
• Prior lab or clinical testing exposure; entry-level candidates with the right education and attitude are encouraged to apply

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Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This is an onsite role in a lab/office environment in Mcminnville, OR.
• Frequent standing and movement in lab spaces; ability to use hands for handling instruments and controls.
• Frequent lifting up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Use of appropriate PPE is required when handling samples, chemicals, or biological materials.

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Schedule

This role follows a four-day, 10-hour schedule with shifts running Sunday through Wednesday.

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Legal & EEO

Careertakes and Confidential Client are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities during the hiring process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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