A Chemical Analyst provides support to virent researchers by independently performing standard analyses on samples related to the conversion of biomass to fuels and chemicals via catalytic processes. A Chemical Analyst will display good laboratory skills and an understanding of basic chemical principles and fundamental analytical chemistry theories. She/he will operate and maintain instrumentation, define and measure quality metrics and report results in an appropriate manner. He/she will participate with senior personnel in refining current techniques, troubleshooting problems and documenting processes, procedures and results. The Chemical Analyst will participate on analytical or research project teams and establish good working relationships within virent.