Chemistry Lab Specialist: Synthesis & Analysis (Hybrid)

4142 Evonik Corporation_4142; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Evonik Corporation in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Chemistry Associate to conduct chemical synthesis and lab testing to support R&D and manufacturing quality. The role involves assisting scientists with analyses of solids, liquids and gases, and ensuring environmental and safety standards are followed.

The position requires a chemistry degree and lab experience, with opportunities to work across cGMP-compliant processes and various analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and pH testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related area; 0–5 years experience preferred.
• Experience in a laboratory or equivalent work.
• Ability to execute guided tasks independently with safe lab practices.
• Strong math skills and basic analysis of experimental data.
• Good documentation and communication skills; interpersonal abilities.
• Use of statistical software, HPLC, and computer control experience preferred.
• Prior experience with process laboratory work, cGMPs, and maintaining equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Solve problems in a limited area and follow lab methods.
• Edit and develop lab models with guidance from seniors.
• Interpret data and draw conclusions with basic theory.
• Perform analyses on production and lab samples using various techniques (pH, GC, NMR, HPLC).
• Conduct lab experiments including small/medium scale synthesis of intermediates and APIs.
• Prepare experimental reports with scientists and support manufacturing data generation.

Skills

Math skills

Documentation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

HPLC experience

Statistical software

Computer control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

Job description

Evonik Corporation in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Chemistry Associate to conduct chemical synthesis and lab testing to support R&D and manufacturing quality. The role involves assisting scientists with analyses of solids, liquids and gases, and ensuring environmental and safety standards are followed.

The position requires a chemistry degree and lab experience, with opportunities to work across cGMP-compliant processes and various analytical techniques, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and pH testing.