Analytical Chemist

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

Job summary

DuPont Group is hiring an Analytical Chemist in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The role involves owning critical separations capabilities, performing laboratory work, and ensuring compliance in an R&D setting.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and at least 2 years of analytical lab experience. Skills in chromatographic techniques and strong analytical problem-solving abilities are essential. This position offers a full-time, on-site opportunity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Hands-on experience with chromatographic techniques.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and operate chromatographic methods for analysis.
• Perform hands-on laboratory work including sample preparation and testing.
• Generate data to support compliance and regulatory activities.

Skills

Chromatographic techniques (GC, HPLC, GPC)

Analytical problem-solving

Data interpretation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

LIMS/ELN systems

Job description

## Analytical ChemistApplyremote type: On-sitelocations: Auburn Hills, Michigantime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 249264WAt 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 CareersDuPont 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