Analytical Chemist

Adesis Inc. - a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes - is a premier contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) accelerating our clients’ success in the biotech, pharmaceutical and specialty chemistry industries through our innovative chemistry and solutions.

Adesis Inc. encompasses almost 100,000 square feet of state-of-the-art laboratory and manufacturing space in two U.S. locations - New Castle and Wilmington, DE, centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic biotech/ pharmaceutical hub.

Our business model provides clients with organic chemistry services in three areas: early-stage research, scale-up and development, and specialty manufacturing. We specialize in organic and organometallic synthesis, from milligrams to multi-kilogram quantities, and our exceptional technical team prides ourselves in our ability to solve challenging chemistry problems for our growing client base.

Adesis is an extraordinary company looking for extraordinary talent! Our mission is to accelerate our clients’ success through innovative chemistry and solutions, and we offer promising careers in an inclusive work environment aligned with our values of innovation, ownership and integrity.

Job Summary

The Analytical Chemist I will support the Quality Control laboratory by performing analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, intermediates, and finished products. The technician will ensure compliance with ISO-9001 Standards, internal procedures, and client-specific requirements while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting laboratory operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform routine analytical testing using techniques such as HPLC, GC, LC-MS, UV-Vis, FTIR, and wet chemistry methods.
• Execute raw material, in-process, release, and stability testing in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare, standardize, and document test solutions and reagent.
• Calibrate and maintain analytical instruments; promptly report malfunctions.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records in compliance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Identify and correct problems with instruments in QC lab. Identify and communicate problems and solutions related to process, procedure, and materials to Analytical team lead and QC Chemists.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of lab by following safety, regulatory, and chemical hygiene plan
• Perform daily record keeping in electronic lab notebook,
• Responsible for properly managing the generation and accumulation of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
• Assist in OOS/OOT investigations and support root cause analysis.
• Attend and participate in QC Team meetings. Develop team skills.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize laboratory efficiency and data integrity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• QC analytical laboratory experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO environment, preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, and spectroscopic techniques.
• Familiarity with cGMP, ICH, and USP/EP guidelines preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Other Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory data systems (e.g., Empower, Open Lab CDS, Mass hunter and LIMS) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work both independently and in a team setting.

Competencies:

• Insightful: Seeks to understand the need of the business and key stakeholders’ and translates them into value-added research activities for OLED Chemistry.
• Delivers Results: Takes initiative and delivers results; Challenges self and others to create value; Takes courageous decisions and balanced risks to create value for OLED Chemistry.
• Thinks Holistically: Understands the overarching impact of own actions on other areas of the business. Looks for synergies inside and outside the organization to create value for OLED Chemistry.
• Learns: Demonstrates curiosity and learns from the experience of success and failure; Proactively shares knowledge with others to affect continuously improvement.
• Collaborates: Develops trustful relationships with internal and external stakeholders to realize project objectives; champions diversity of thinking to improve outcomes.
• Champions Change: Seeks new opportunities to create value for OLED Chemistry. Supports the implementation and acceptance of change processes across the organization.
• Leads: Can lead self and influence others to create value for OLED Chemistry; creates a culture of accountability that provides space for colleagues to contribute to their fullest potential.

Benefits Package:

Our highly competitive employee package offers:

• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family.
• 401(k) company contribution.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Life, Disability and AD&D Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA).
• A generous time-off policy that includes up to twelve weeks of maternity/parental leave.

Annual compensation range: $65k-$75k negotiable plus bonus