Organic Silicon Chemist

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert knowledge and input on research and development projects relating to formulation and use of silane based fluids and development of new silane materials
• Serve as quality control focal point for chemical raw materials including analytical testing and record keeping
• Function as the primary developer, record keeper, and quality control expert for formulated company products including analytical testing
• Specify and purchase laboratory chemicals and testing equipment
• Serve as technical liaison to raw material suppliers and blenders
• Establish and monitor timelines to achieve on-time delivery of fluids
• Lead preparation and maintenance of SDSs and labels for company fluids
• Generate new products and product enhancement ideas and evaluate through designed experiments, testing, statistical problem solving and analysis
• Maintain safety and order within the chemical laboratory
• Provide thought leadership by preparing technical publications and delivering technical presentations

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry
• Minimum 10 years of laboratory experience
• Familiarity with synthetic organic chemistry, with experience in silicon chemistry especially desirable
• Experience with analytical techniques including GC, IR, flash point, Karl Fischer water determination, chloride ion titration, and acid/base titrations
• Experience with complex product formulation, including design of formulations, stability testing, and efficacy testing
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present information to top management and customers
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time

Preferred Education & Experience

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree preferred

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More