Scientist - Analytical

Key Responsibilities

• Analytical Test Method Development - Responsible for planning, implementing, and completing research projects and laboratory work and other assigned activities leading to new and/or improved analytical techniques and new analytical methods.
• Perform routine and non-routine analyses and performance tests as requested.
• Provide input for experimental design of lab-scale studies.
• Employ analytical chemistry (GC, HPLC, etc.) to assist the development of new products and generation of fundamental knowledge.
• Provide analytical support for existing customers, manufacturing sites, and business groups.
• Project Management - Proactively seek understanding of customer needs. Drive analytical projects from inception through completion.
• Technical Communication - Generate, organize, interpret, and report data in support of technical projects and service requests. Communicate and interact with a broad range of internal and external customers.

Competencies Required

• Minimum of a BS in Chemistry with 3 years of relevant analytical experience (academic and/or industrial).
• Proven verbal and written communications skills, including technical reports.
• Demonstrated physical manipulative skills needed for general laboratory practices.
• Demonstrated problem solving through analytical and creative thinking skills.
• Proven quality management system skills.
• General computer skills - word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, and database.
• Working in a safe and environmentally correct manner.
• Demonstrated project management experience including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build relationships with colleagues at multiple levels of an organization.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to travel to Pilot Plant Laboratory and Manufacturing facilities as required (less than 5%).
• Actively participate in Pilot Chemical safety programs, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and maintain good housekeeping.

Preferred

• Candidates with relevant industrial analytical testing lab experience.
• Experience with surfactants and/or biocides.
• Experience with GLP or other quality management techniques.
• Successful experience in analytical test method development, troubleshooting, and training.