Associate Chemist

Join the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) and become part of a mission-driven team advancing cutting-edge research that makes a real difference in the world. UDRI is seeking an entry level chemist to support our chemical characterization of hydrocarbon fuels for commercial and defense-related applications. This is an exciting opportunity to join an internationally recognized analytical team and provide meaningful contributions to impactful projects. This position requires lab work, instrumentation operation, data analysis, and data reporting. We offer comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement, disability, tuition assistance for you and your dependents, vacation, sick, and holiday pay, and access to professional development opportunities. Career advancement is expected as the individual’s experience level grows within the group. Apply today!

• BS in chemistry or a related science/engineering field that includes analytical and organic chemistry courses
• Successful candidates will be capable of working independently and safely in a chemical environment while maintaining a collaborative relationship with the team
• Candidate must be fluent in organic compound nomenclature and introductory organic chemistry concepts
• Experience making quantitative solutions and dilutions using glassware including volumetric flasks, volumetric pipets, auto pipettes, graduated cylinders, and syringes
• Candidates must be able to work in a multidisciplinary team environment, have good laboratory technique, exhibit good communication and organization skills, and maintain professional work behavior
• Experience with Microsoft Office products including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in a laboratory environment, preferably with gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and extraction methods such as bench-scale solid phase extraction
• Demonstrable experience with oral and written technical communication, e.g., peer reviewed scientific publications and/or scientific conference presentations
• Experience with multidimensional gas chromatography with flame ionization detection and electron ionization mass spectrometry (GCxGC-FID/MS)
• Familiarity with instrument maintenance and repair
• Candidate should be proficient with data processing and data analysis using instrument vendor software, preferably Agilent, LECO, and/or GC Image; and/or have proficiency with coding, e.g., Python or R
• Have an understand of quality control and how to apply the concepts to analytical methods
• Have knowledge and experience with hydrocarbon fuel chemistry and analysis, and/or experience with ASTM methods such as D2425, D6379, or D8396
• Experience with hazardous waste management and disposal

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

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