Sublimation Chemist

Adesis Inc. is a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes. Within our OLED Chemistry organization, we engage in research and development of new materials for use in the fabrication of OLED devices leading to the next generation of OLED displays. 
 
Our R&D footprint 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. 

We are an extraordinary company looking for extraordinary talent! If you would like to be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working on fast-paced and innovative OLED research programs that will impact the next generation of consumer electronics, then please come and join us!   

Position Summary: 

The successful candidate will focus on the thermal behavior, sublimation characteristics, and purification processes of OLED materials to support innovation and scale-up efforts. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Conduct research on the sublimation and thermal properties of organic and organometallic compounds used in OLED and related technologies. 

• Design and optimize sublimation and purification protocols for high-value materials. 

• Perform thermal analysis using instruments such as TGA, and DSC to assess stability, decomposition, and phase transitions. 

• Collaborate with synthetic chemists, analytical scientists, and process engineers to integrate thermal data into product development workflows. 

• Develop and validate methods for thermal characterization and sublimation efficiency. 

• Maintain detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and interpretations. 

• Present findings to internal teams and contribute to technical reports  

• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations in all laboratory activities. 

• Maintain well organized laboratory 

Qualifications: 

• MS or BS in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. 

• 3 years of hands-on experience in thermal analysis and sublimation research, preferably in an industrial or advanced materials setting. 

• Proficiency with thermal analysis instrumentation (TGA, DSC) and data interpretation. 

• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, phase behavior, and purification techniques. 

• Experience working with air-sensitive or thermally labile compounds is a plus. 

• Excellent communication, documentation, and teamwork skills. 

• Demonstrate track record of accuracy and thoroughness 

• Curiosity to learn 

• Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal direction  

Preferred Experience: 

• Familiarity with OLED materials or other organic electronics. 

• Experience in a CRO or fast-paced R&D environment. 

• Knowledge of vacuum sublimation systems and scale-up considerations.
   

Working Conditions: 

• Laboratory-based role with exposure to high-temperature equipment and chemical handling. 

• Located at the DuPont Experimental Station, a collaborative and innovation-driven research campus. 

• May require occasional travel to UDC headquarters or partner sites. 
  
  Current Benefits at UDC:

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus program
• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family
• Transit, Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) – With employer contribution
• Group Term Life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability benefits for employees
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) company contribution
• Annual charitable matching gift
• Generous Paid Time Off

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000