PhD Analytical Chemist

CPS, Inc.; Montrose (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

401k

Job summary

CPS, Inc. invites candidates with a PhD in Analytical/Organic/Physical Chemistry to join an innovative R&D team in Ohio. You will develop analytic methods for novel organic molecules, operate sophisticated instrumentation, and contribute to research-driven product development.

Strong chromatography and spectroscopy knowledge, plus hands-on lab experience, are essential. Applicants with industry experience are not required, and top PhD graduates or postdocs are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, or a related field.
• Experience analyzing organic or small molecules.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation (LC, LC-MS, GC, GC-MS, FTIR, Raman, MS).
• Strong understanding of chromatography, spectroscopy, and separation science.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop new analytical methods for novel organic molecules.
• Utilize analytical techniques to characterize materials and solve technical challenges.
• Generate and interpret analytical data to support research and product development.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary R&D teams on innovation projects.
• Develop and implement new laboratory capabilities.
• Write technical reports and analytical test methods.
• Perform hands-on laboratory work including sample preparation and routine lab responsibilities.
• Drive analytical projects from concept through implementation as experience grows.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Problem solving

Hands-on instrumentation

Education

PhD in Analytical/Organic/Physical Chemistry

Tools

LC/LC-MS

GC/GC-MS

FTIR

Raman

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Base salary $100,000-$110,000

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, PTO, 401k.

Join an innovative R&D team where you'll develop new analytical methods and solve challenging problems involving novel organic molecules. This is a highly hands‑on role offering the opportunity to work with advanced instrumentation in a collaborative, research‑driven environment.

Requirements:

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, or a related field
• Experience analyzing organic or small molecules
• Hands‑on experience with analytical instrumentation such as LC, LC‑MS, GC, GC‑MS, FTIR, Raman, or mass spectrometry
• Strong understanding of chromatography, spectroscopy, and separation science
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with strong problem‑solving abilities
• Industry experience is not required; outstanding PhD graduates, postdocs, and research organization candidates are encouraged to apply

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new analytical methods for novel organic molecules
• Utilize a variety of analytical techniques to characterize materials and solve technical challenges
• Generate and interpret analytical data to support research and product development
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary R&D teams on innovation projects
• Develop and implement new laboratory capabilities
• Write technical reports and analytical test methods
• Perform hands‑on laboratory work including sample preparation and routine lab responsibilities
• Drive analytical projects from concept through implementation as experience grows
• If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Tory Mack at [e-mail]