Polymer Biodegradation and Performance Polymer Modeler, P&G Digital Accelerator@UC

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition remission

Retirement plans

Work-life balance

Job summary

The University of Cincinnati is seeking a highly motivated PhD chemist with expertise in polymer chemistry for a 12-month post-doctoral position. The role focuses on developing new analytical methodologies and workflows to advance polymer characterization and discovery, contributing to material innovation across multiple programs.

This lab-focused role requires meticulous attention to detail and hands-on experience with polymer characterization techniques, with collaboration across internal

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry required.
• Strong polymer chemistry background.
• Experience developing analytical workflows for polymer problems.
• Experience with high-end analytical instrumentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop enhanced polymer characterization capabilities with UC and partners.
• Design, execute, integrate and report R&D studies using multiple polymer analytical techniques.

Skills

Polymer chemistry

Analytical method development

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Chromatography

Mass spectrometry

NMR

Job description

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD chemist with expertise in polymer chemistry and its relevant analytical tools (chromatography, mass spectrometry and/or NMR) for a 12-month post-doctoral position. The post-doc will develop new analytical methodologies and design improved workflows to advance polymer characterization and polymer discovery. Their work will drive raw material and product innovation across multiple businesses and corporate research programs.This is a lab-focused role requiring superb attention to detail, ability to maintain/improve research processes, and significant hands-on experience with polymer characterization.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with scientists at the University of Cincinnati as well as Procter & Gamble to design and develop an enhanced polymer characterization capability
• Design, execute, integrate and report R&D studies leveraging multiple polymer analytical techniques

Required Education

PhD Degree in Chemistry

Required Experience

• Strong understanding of polymer chemistry and experience developing/executing analytical approaches to solve polymer problems.
• Practical laboratory experience utilizing high-end analytical instrumentation including chromatographic separations coupled to high-resolution mass spectrometry and/or ancillary detectors. Experience with NMR data acquisition and advanced spectral analysis skills (quantitative1H/13C, 2D methods, diffusion, relaxometry) is a plus.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Collaborative team player with ability to work in a multifunctional organization.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and documentation of work.
• Ability to embrace change by managing multiple priorities at any given time and adapt to different approaches to projects/people.
• Available for occasional evening calls to collaborate with global teams

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off