Job Title: Senior Technical Associate - Research & Development
Location: Wilmington, DE
Duration: 12 months

JOB DESCRIPTION

• 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

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

Quals--
Electronics and Industrial (E&I) is 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

*THIS IS AN ONSITE ROLE ONLY

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $25.03 - $42.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Experience:

• Laboratory experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Wilmington, DE 19803 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wilmington, DE 19803: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person