Chemical Project Coordinator

AstaTech, Inc. is seeking a Chemical Project Coordinator to support the Project Management team in coordinating chemical synthesis projects, purchasing, inventory, customer communication, and supplier activities.
The position works closely with chemists, QC, laboratory operations, customers, and suppliers to monitor project progress, analyze project and inventory data, resolve issues, and ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule.
Key Responsibilities
• Coordinate chemical projects from order through completion and delivery.
• Work with chemists, QC, customers, and vendors to monitor project status and resolve issues.
• Analyze project, inventory, purchasing, pricing, and sales data to identify trends and potential risks.
• Review and maintain chemical information including CAS numbers, chemical names, molecular weight, purity, specifications, and catalog data.
• Coordinate purchase orders, vendor confirmations, backorders, and shipments.
• Communicate project updates, technical status, and delivery information to customers.
• Prepare project, chemical catalog, compliance, and shipping documentation.
• Use Excel, databases, and data-analysis tools to improve project tracking and operational efficiency.
• Support process improvement, automation, and SOP development.
Qualifications
• Master's degree in Chemistry or a related field with 0–2 years of experience; OR
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field with 2–4 years of experience.
• Strong chemistry knowledge and data analysis/problem-solving skills.
• Strong Excel skills; SQL, Python, database, or automation experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organization, and follow-up skills.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemical, CRO/CDMO, or laboratory environments is a plus.
• Mandarin Chinese proficiency is a plus.