Analytical Chemist

EMD Electronics; Branchburg Township (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement contributions

Perquisites

Job summary

EMD Electronics in Branchburg, NJ, is seeking an Analytical Chemist to join the Global Analytical Technology group for the analysis and characterization of lithography materials, including photoresists and related components, in Branchburg, NJ.

The role involves developing metrologies, validating CoA methods, evaluating impurity profiles, and supporting New Product Development, with collaboration across R&D, production, quality, and commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a relevant science with hands-on analytical equipment experience
• 3+ years' experience with analytical method development and understanding of analysis techniques
• Experience with various analytical instruments and lab operations

Responsibilities

• Explore new metrologies to characterize chemical components of complex mixtures.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for CoA parameters and transfer procedures to production QC labs.
• Evaluate impurity profiles of new raw materials and products.
• Support New Product Development.
• Collaborate with R&D, production, quality, and commercial teams to enable rapid delivery of new products.
• Perform routine and non-routine sample analyses and contribute to data gathering for Process Change Notifications.

Skills

Analytical equipment operation

Analytical method development

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Chemical Engineering or related science

Master's degree in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Chemical Engineering or related science

PhD in Chemistry / Analytical Chemistry / Chemical Engineering or related science

Tools

Vibrational Spectroscopy

Mass Spectrometry

ICP-MS

NMR

Chromatography

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

We are seeking an Analytical Chemist to join the Global Analytical Technology group for the analysis and characterization of lithography materials (e.g., positive/negative photoresist, ingredient used to make a photoresist, quencher, crosslinker, developer, stripper, thinner, coating, rinse, etc.) in Branchburg, NJ.

• Explore new metrologies to characterize chemical components of complex mixtures.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for CoA parameters and transfer operating procedures to production QC laboratories.
• Evaluate impurity profiles of new raw materials and products.
• Support New Product Development.
• Work closely with R&D, production, quality, and commercial teams to ensure rapid delivery of new products to customers.
• Routine and non-routine sample analysis.
• Assist in data gathering and data analysis for Process Change Notifications.
• Provide analytical and troubleshooting support for product quality issues.
• Hands-on laboratory work.
• Work with various analytical instruments including Vibrational Spectroscopy, Mass Spectroscopy, ICP-MS, NMR, Chromatography.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or other relevant science discipline and 5+ year experience working hands on with analytical equipment
• 3+ years' experience with analytical method development with theoretical and operational understanding of analysis techniques

Or

• Master's Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or other relevant science discipline and 3+ year experience working hands on with analytical equipment
• 3+ years' experience with analytical method development with theoretical and operational understanding of analysis techniques

Or

• PhD in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or other relevant science discipline
• 3+ years' experience with analytical method development with theoretical and operational understanding of analysis techniques

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with spectroscopy (Vibrational, MS, NMR, ICP-MS) techniques
• Hands-on experience with chromatography (HPLC, GC, IC) techniques
• Advance statistical techniques / data mining experience
• Knowledge of a wide breadth of analytical tools and their relevant applicability
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal skills that support a diverse team environment
• Strong computer skills and experience with digital data reporting and visualization
• Demonstrated creativity and strong problem-solving skills.

Pay Range for this position: $55,500 - $165,000

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

What we offer:

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!