Analytical Scientist Job

Arkema; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical company is seeking an analytical specialist to support R&D programs in a dynamic laboratory environment. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in Chemistry or an advanced degree with industry experience and demonstrate excellent communication and analytical skills. This role requires developing methods and preparing samples using advanced analytical techniques, while ensuring compliance with safety practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum PhD in Chemistry with 0-5 years experience OR Master's/Bachelor's with 5-10 years.
• Experience with analytical tools and hazardous materials.
• Demonstrated ability to work safely in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, perform, and document analytical methods.
• Prepare and analyze samples using various techniques.
• Write technical reports and communicate results.

Skills

Analytical expertise

Excellent communication

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Master's/Bachelor's in Chemistry

Tools

Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC)

Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR)

Chromatography (GPC, GCMS)

Job description

This position is responsible for generating analytical data in support of Bostik’s R&D programs, technical service, manufacturing, and health and environmental safety efforts for the Americas region. The data is generated, analyzed, and reported to internal customers. This position requires hands on laboratory work involving a variety of analytical tools and methods in a dynamic laboratory environment shared with other team members. Work is to be performed in accordance with safe laboratory practices and with active participation in Bostik’s safety initiatives and programs.

Job Dimensions

• Can effectively engage business and technical resources to interpret, solve, and communicate complex technical problems by leveraging analytical capabilities.
• Can independently balance time on supporting immediate versus longer term projects, continuously seeks opportunities to refine and grow current skills, and can provide technical mentorship to R&D Analytical staff.

Responsibilities

• Fully participate in Bostik departmental and site-wide safety programs and ensures safe laboratory operation.
• Aligned to Bostik business needs, can develop, perform, and document analytical characterization methods.
• Prepare and analyze samples by a variety of techniques including differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), rheology, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), microscopy, chromatography (GPC, GCMS), etc.
• Write detailed technical reports and make presentations to communicate results to multiple levels within the company.
• Develop, execute, and document calibration and verification procedures.
• Supports instrument maintenance and repair of analytical equipment through hands-on troubleshooting and/or coordinating with equipment vendors.
• Contribute to the innovation culture at Bostik by exhibiting curiosity, entrepreneurial spirit, and collaboration with others to constantly improve our methods and products.

Requirements

• Minimum PhD in Chemistry with 0-5 years experience OR a Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with 5-10 years of industrial experience.
• Analytical expertise in using differential scanning calorimetry (DSC), rheology, Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), microscopy, and/or chromatography (GPC, GCMS) for polymer characterization.
• Demonstrated ability to handle and work with hazardous materials, and to work safely and independently in a chemical laboratory environment.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to deliver results independently, and a proven ability to collaborate is critical.
• Experience with method development and various sample preparation techniques.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair instrumentation as needed.

Who we are?

Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges

we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula.

The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together.

What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States

however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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