Automation Chemist

Bruker; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Chemspeed, a Bruker company, is seeking an Automation Chemist for a remote-based mid-central region role with up to 80% travel. The position requires a B.S. in Chemistry and at least 3 years of on-site lab experience with scientific instrumentation. You will develop and support automated workflows and work closely with international customers.

The role offers opportunities for career progression within Chemspeed and Bruker, with base salary in a competitive range and benefits.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemistry required.
• Minimum 3 years of on-site lab work with instrumentation.
• Strong troubleshooting in mechanical/electrical/software areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, transfer and execute workflows and tests on automated workstations.
• Present workflows during demos and tests with enthusiasm.
• Provide on-site and remote application support to customers worldwide.

Skills

Lab troubleshooting

Customer focus

English fluency

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Chemistry

Tools

Windows OS

HoloLens remote support

Networked instrumentation

Job description

Overview
Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker's high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multi-omics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.

Overview
Bruker is enabling scientists and engineers to make breakthrough post-genomic discoveries and develop new applications that improve the quality of human life. Bruker\'s high performance scientific instruments and high value analytical and diagnostic solutions enable scientists to explore life and materials at molecular, cellular, and microscopic levels. In close cooperation with our customers, Bruker is enabling innovation, improved productivity, and customer success in post-genomic life science molecular and cell biology research, in applied and biopharma applications, in microscopy, as well as in industrial and cleantech research, and semiconductor metrology in support of AI. Bruker offers differentiated, high-value life science and diagnostics systems and solutions in preclinical imaging, proteomics and multi-omics, spatial and single-cell biology, structural and condensate biology, as well as in clinical microbiology and molecular diagnostics.
Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Please note this a remote, field position based in the mid-central region of the country and will require travel up to 80%. Ideal candiate locations are in the state of IL, IN, MI, OH, and WI.

Chemspeed, a Bruker company, is a global market leader. Our solutions in the Life Science and Materials Science business units accelerate current and future developments such as novel drugs, energy materials, catalysts, nanomaterials in a wide range of chemical research areas and quality control. The position as Automation Chemist is an opportunity for candidates who would like to develop their career from a central role as Automation Chemist into positions like Business Development Manager, Project Manager, Workflow Architect.

• Prepare, transfer, and execute a variety of different workflows and chemical tests on our automated workstations.
• Present with enthusiasm our innovative workflow solutions during demos, tests.
• Serve as the go-to person for troubleshooting and application support for our customers worldwide (e.g. by HoloLens mixed reality remote assistance).
• Help to further develop our solutions with innovative ideas.
• Perform installation of our automated laboratory solutions at customer sites, user training and customer support.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemistry discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of extensive on-site lab work experience involving industry and scientific instrumentation.
• Hands on working knowledge of networked instrumentation, Windows.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and software troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer focus with ability to reliably respond to inquiries, communicate, and interact with Scientists at our international customer sites, conferences, and exhibitions.
• English fluency with strong oral, reading, written, MS Office, computer, technical data, and networking communication and presentation skills, with ability to communicate complex technical issues in an easy to understand manner.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to work independently, prioritize, multi-task, follow through, and meet deadlines within an entrepreneurial and customer-focused work environment.
• Highly positive and supportive team player with active contributions to ongoing success and enthusiasm for combining chemistry with modern laboratory and automation equipment.
• Ability to satisfactorily complete position compliance and training requirements.
• Attend and actively participate in quarterly scientific technical training programs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., transport equipment and tools in excess of 300 lbs.
• This position may require lifting heavy objects and maneuvering large bulky items.
• This position requires reasonable dexterity to perform manual functions in confined spaces.
• Proven ability to follow safety standards, practices, and codes.
• Valid Driver License in good standing, issued by resident state, with reliable transportation.
• U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident status required.
• Maintain a valid passport with flexibility for domestic and international travel. Travel up to 80% will be required.
• May be required to pass security clearance investigation.

At Chemspeed the base salary is part of our total compensation. The estimated base salary range for this full-time position is between $78,000 and $110,000 and provides an opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base salary for the role will depend on several job-related factors, including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, the geographic location of the successful candidate, skills, competencies, job-related knowledge, and travel requirements for this position. Full-time employees may also be eligible for a performance-related incentive and benefits.

Chemspeed, a Bruker company is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Chemspeed Corporation offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), paid vacation, and holidays.

Certain positions at Chemspeed require compliance with export control laws and as a result, all interviewed candidates for all positions will be screened pre-interview to determine their eligibility in light of export control restrictions.