Analytical Chemist

AVIENT COLORANTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 47,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

AVIENT COLORANTS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Chemist to lead analytical and testing activities in the Characterization Laboratory, ensuring data integrity and maintaining instrumentation.

You will work with HPLC, FTIR, DSC, TGA and XRF to analyze polymeric materials, additives and pigments; design experiments, develop methods, document results, and collaborate with Technology, QC and Production teams. Fresh graduates welcome.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in chemistry/analytical chemistry with 2-3 years of experience in analytical chemistry or related field.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• Proven expertise in operating analytical instruments and strong data analytical skills.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC operation, wet chemistry techniques, and instrument-based analysis of polymers, additives, and pigments.
• Knowledge in biocompatibility testing is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical activities within the Characterization Laboratory, including operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced instrumentation (HPLC, FTIR, DSC, TGA, XRF).
• Design and execute testing experiments including wet chemistry operations like titrations and solvent extraction, analyze data, and translate results into actionable insights to support product development, failure analysis, and reverse engineering efforts.
• Develop, validate, and implement new analytical methods according to product development requirements and regulatory standards.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Data analysis

Mentoring/training

Experimental design

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in chemistry/analytical chemistry

Tools

HPLC

FTIR

DSC

TGA

XRF

Job description

Job Description

The Chemist will lead the analytical and testing activities inour analytical laboratory. The successful candidate will work in the laboratoryand be responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring data integrity,maintaining instrumentation, and driving analytical excellence across a rangeof techniques for polymeric materials, various additives and pigments, includingchemical & spectroscopic analysis, thermal testing and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all analytical activities within the Characterization Laboratory, including operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting advanced instrumentation HPLC, FTIR, DSC, TGA, XRF, and additional analytical tools as required
• Design and execute testing experiments including wet chemistry operations like titrations & solvent extraction, perform data analysis, and translate results into actionable insights to support product development, failure analysis, and reverse engineering efforts
• Develop, validate, and implement new analytical methods according to product development requirement and in compliance with regulatory standards

• Create and maintain documentation including testingreports, and work instruction procedures for laboratory equipment

• Collaborate with Technology, QC, and production teams to support product development and quality assurance
• Train and mentor technicians in daily routine work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma holder with 2-3 years' experience in chemistry, analytical chemistry, or related field
• Fresh Bachelor graduates are welcomed to apply
• Proven expertise in operating analytical instruments and strong data analytical skills

• Strong foundation in chemistry with hands-onexperience in HPLC operation, wet chemistry techniques, and instrument-basedanalysis of polymeric materials, additives, and pigments

Knowledge in biocompatibility testing will be an added advantage

Effective communication skills with all levels of employment both verbally and in writingemployment both verbally and in writing