Job Title: Senior Research & Development Associate
Location: Wilmington, DE 19805
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Payrate: $35-$44/hr on W2 (without benefits)
Qualifications:
We are seeking to employ an Analytical Chemistry Technical Associate as a contractor. The successful candidate will assist an interdisciplinary process chemistry and engineering team in the Emerging Technologies organization aimed at the scale-up and commercialization of product candidates from the E&I division. The position will provide analytical chemistry support in a team environment for organic synthesis, polymerization and process development. This position is 100% on-site.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• BS/MS Chemistry with a minimum of two years of analytical experience, industrial experience a plus
• Excellent organization and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience in an R&D or Pilot plant environment a plus
TECHNICAL EXPERIENCE:
• Proficiency with some analytical techniques below
o HPLC, UPLC, LCMS
o GC, GCMS
o GPC
o Karl Fisher titrator, rheometer, UV-vis spectrophotometer
• Knowledge of organic chemistry and electronic materials a plus
Duties:
• Sample Analysis
o Meet dynamic fast paced business demands for analytical measurements in support of R&D/pilot production of materials supplied to customers.
o Support analytical measurements for molecular weight characterization, determination of residual monomers and residual solvents, identify unknown components and quantitate overall purity for polymers and small molecules across multiple projects.
• Lab and Equipment Operations
o Function as an effective and productive member of various project teams. Coordinate analytical measurements within group projects.
o Manage and maintain analytical laboratories, including writing SOPs, equipment maintenance and upkeep, and safety documentation.
o Maintain electronic lab notebooks and deliver analytical reports.
• Safety
o Proven safety track record with commitment to ZERO incidents/injuries
o Experience working with hazardous chemicals
• Proven track record of meeting project goals on aggressive timelines