NMR Chemist

About the role

The NMR Chemist supports synthetic polymer characterization using NMR spectroscopy to enable new product research, product development, product registrations, manufacturing investigations, field issue resolution, and lifecycle management. This role focuses on daily sample preparation, NMR data acquisition, data interpretation, and accurate documentation of results, while contributing to a well-organized and safe laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test articles and samples for NMR analysis, including more complex preparations beyond simple small-molecule mixtures when required.
• Conduct NMR testing in accordance with validated test methods and experimental designs.
• Document all testing activities in a laboratory notebook, ensuring clear, complete, and traceable records of methods, observations, and results.
• File all documentation in alignment with standard operating procedures and enter test results into the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Perform NMR analyses to evaluate polymer composition, impurity profiles, and to identify and quantify degradation products.
• Support NMR characterizations related to extractables and leachables, manufacturing issues, field issues, and other chemical composition questions across the product lifecycle.
• Analyze NMR data, interpret spectra, and summarize findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Report results by compiling data, typically in spreadsheets, and ensure raw data are properly stored and filed.
• Routinely monitor laboratory supply inventory and place orders through approved vendors to prevent shortages that could delay studies.
• Perform monthly laboratory safety inspections and document findings in accordance with established instructions.
• Maintain good laboratory housekeeping by regularly organizing workspaces, equipment, and materials.
• Contribute to general lab duties, including organizing inventory and verifying adequate supplies to support daily operations.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with NMR spectroscopy, including at least three months of independently running and interpreting NMR spectra.
• Demonstrated experience in sample preparation for NMR or related analytical techniques.
• Proficiency in documenting experimental work and results in a laboratory notebook on a regular basis, in either academic or industrial settings.
• Experience using TopSpin software for NMR data acquisition and processing.
• Proficiency with Excel for organizing, analyzing, and reporting data.
• Bachelor’s degree (BS) in chemistry or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge in chemistry, with a preference for chemical or organic chemistry background.
• Ability to collect and interpret a substantial number of NMR spectra, demonstrating familiarity with routine data acquisition workflows.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to following validated test methods and standard operating procedures.
• Able to manage multiple tasks in a laboratory setting, including testing, documentation, and inventory-related activities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Exposure to synthetic polymer NMR characterization or a strong interest in developing expertise in this area; on-the-job training will be provided for polymer NMR spectra and characterization.
• Experience supporting technical report writing or authoring sections of technical reports, particularly related to analytical findings.
• Experience with more complex sample preparation beyond small-molecule mixtures.
• Familiarity with laboratory safety practices, including participation in safety inspections.
• Interest in working across the full product lifecycle, from early research through field support.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new analytical methods, software tools, and laboratory processes.