Entry Level Research Chemist

Southern Arkansas University; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Location: 440 College Park Drive, Monroeville, PA - 15146

Type: 6 months contract on W2

Note: Bachelor's in Chemistry or a related field is required. Master's or PhDs may be overqualified.

Summary:

Our client is a leading Fortune 500 manufacturer of paints and coatings materials. Their Specialty Coatings and Materials is committed to product innovation, technology leadership and high performance materials for a wide range of applications and industries. The SSG Process Development team is looking to add an entry level research chemist to the dynamic group. You will support process research and development and scale up efforts towards the manufacture of new OLED emitters.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop scalable processes for OLED emitters that are reproducible and cost effective through a thorough scientific approach.
2. Synthesize novel organic compounds following reactions paths provided by senior chemists.
3. Help design experiments and safely execute experiments independently.
4. Contribute to the interpretation of analytical results and propose process changes as necessary.
5. Provide support for scale up of new products by technicians in both a kilo lab setting.
6. Contribute to reports and regular updates at appropriate project intervals while maintaining detailed laboratory records.
7. Work in a safe manner. Read, understand and follow all pertinent SOPs.

Experience/Education

1. Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a relevant technical field.
2. 0-3 years of experience in process research and development.