Organic Chemist - Synthesis, Polymers & Field Testing

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks an organic chemist to develop solutions to challenging problems through chemical synthesis and characterization. You will lead experiments under project managers, collaborate with scientists, and contribute to diverse research domains in materials science, catalysis, and electrochemistry.

You will have opportunities to publish, mentor junior staff, travel for field testing and sponsor visits, and advance to leadership roles within a

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of non-academic research experience.
• Experience in laboratory research and data handling.
• Familiarity with NMR, GC, LC, and/or MS.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team and travel for field work.

Responsibilities

• Perform synthesis, characterization, and performance testing under project direction.
• Analyze data and explain results of characterization studies.
• Document and present technical work to internal and external stakeholders.
• Work independently and in teams; contribute to publications and conferences.
• Possibility to publish and present research findings.

Skills

Molecular synthesis

Spectroscopy

Experimental design

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication of research findings

Willingness to travel

Security clearance readiness

Education

B.S. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

M.A. in organic chemistry or related field

Tools

NMR spectroscopy

Gas chromatography

Liquid chromatography

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks an organic chemist to develop solutions to challenging problems through chemical synthesis and characterization. You will lead experiments under project managers, collaborate with scientists, and contribute to diverse research domains in materials science, catalysis, and electrochemistry.

You will have opportunities to publish, mentor junior staff, travel for field testing and sponsor visits, and advance to leadership roles within a