Analytical Chemist

DuPont; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive pay and benefits package

Job summary

DuPont is seeking an Analytical Chemist to support the Advanced Mobility business, focusing on Automotive Adhesives in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This independent, hands-on laboratory role involves operating chromatographic methods and generating high-quality analytical insights for product development and compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field along with at least 2 years of experience in an analytical laboratory. Strong analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience with chromatographic techniques.

Responsibilities

• Own and operate chromatographic methods including GC/MS, GC/FID, HPLC, and GPC.
• Perform hands-on laboratory work including sample preparation and testing.
• Deliver actionable insights to support product development.

Skills

Chromatographic techniques (GC, HPLC, GPC)

Analytical problem-solving

Data interpretation

Hands-on laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

LIMS/ELN systems

Job description

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers

DuPont is seeking an Analytical Chemist to support the Advanced Mobility business, with a focus on Automotive Adhesives. This is a highly independent, hands‑on laboratory role where you will own critical separations capabilities and deliver high‑quality analytical insights that enable product development, manufacturing, and regulatory compliance.

You will play a key role in solving complex technical challenges, supporting product stewardship, and expanding analytical capabilities in a dynamic R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities

Separations Leadership & Method Ownership

• Own and operate chromatographic methods including GC/MS, GC/FID, HPLC, and GPC
• Serve as site subject‑matter expert (SME) for separations and chromatographic analysis
• Develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods to support R&D, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory needs
• Maintain instrument performance, calibration, and data integrity standards
• Collaborate with centralized analytical teams to advance and implement new methodologies

Analytical Testing, Problem Solving & Compliance

• Perform hands‑on laboratory work including sample preparation, testing, data analysis, and reporting
• Deliver actionable insights to support root cause failure analysis (RCFA), material characterization and product development, and manufacturing and quality investigations
• Generate high‑quality data to support regulatory and product stewardship activities, including:
  • Quantification and screening of Substances of Concern (SoC) and Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC)
  • Development of data packages to demonstrate compliance with regulatory thresholds
  • Support for REACH, TSCA, customer specifications, and product compliance evaluations
• Ensure analytical methods, documentation, and data meet regulatory and quality standards

Expanded Analytical Capability

• Build and apply working knowledge across additional techniques, including:
  • Auto titration (e.g., NCO, water content)
  • VOC and compositional analysis
  • Rheology and viscoelastic characterization
  • Thermal analysis (DSC, TGA, thermal conductivity)
  • Electrical and flammability testing

Laboratory & Equipment Ownership

• Act as Equipment Responsible Person (ERP) for assigned instrumentation
• Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, documentation requirements, and audit readiness

Collaboration & Execution

• Partner cross‑functionally with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and TS&D to define and deliver analytical support
• Contribute to cross‑functional projects by providing technical recommendations and insights
• Manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast‑paced laboratory environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or related field
• 2+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment
• Hands‑on experience with chromatographic techniques (GC, HPLC, GPC; MS‑based methods preferred)
• Strong analytical problem‑solving and data interpretation skills
• Proven ability to work independently and manage competing priorities

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field
• Experience supporting regulatory testing, compliance data generation, or product stewardship
• Experience with polymer or materials characterization
• Familiarity with quality systems, SOP‑driven environments, and LIMS/ELN platforms

Key Success Factors

• Strong ownership of analytical methods, data quality, and technical outputs
• High attention to detail, particularly in regulatory‑relevant data and documentation
• Ability to translate analytical findings into clear technical and business insights
• Continuous learning mindset with initiative to expand analytical capabilities
• Effective collaboration across technical and cross‑functional teams
• Proficiency in managing data within LIMS/ELN systems to ensure traceability and integrity
• Strong bias toward leveraging digital tools to enhance laboratory productivity and efficiency

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