Research Scientist – Synthesis Development

Universal Display Corporation; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription Drug coverage

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) company contribution

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Universal Display Corporation is seeking a Research Scientist for its Adesis Inc. subsidiary in Wilmington, NC. This position focuses on developing innovative synthetic methodologies for OLED materials and involves collaboration with chemists and engineers. Candidates should have a PhD in Organic or Organometallic Chemistry, with strong knowledge in synthesis and characterization. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from $100k to $115k, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401(k) contributions, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• PhD required, post-doctoral or relevant industry experience preferred.
• In-depth understanding of organic and organometallic reaction mechanisms.
• Knowledge of modern synthetic techniques, including C-H activation.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative synthetic methodologies for OLED materials.
• Coordinate with OLED chemistry colleagues on synthetic challenges.
• Perform synthesis, purification, and characterization of compounds.

Skills

Multi-step synthesis

Characterization of organic compounds

Organic and organometallic chemistry

Data analytic tools

Strong organizational skills

Education

PhD in Organic or Organometallic Chemistry

Tools

MS Office Suite

ChemDraw

HPLC

GC

NMR

Job description

Adesis Inc. is a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes. Within our OLED Chemistry organization, we engage in research and development of new materials for use in the fabrication of OLED devices leading to the next generation of OLED displays.

Our R&D footprint encompasses almost 100,000 square feet of state‑of‑the‑art laboratory and manufacturing space in two U.S. locations—New Castle and Wilmington, DE—centrally located in the Mid‑Atlantic biotech/pharmaceutical hub.

We are an extraordinary company looking for extraordinary talent! If you would like to be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working on fast-paced and innovative OLED research programs that will impact the next generation of consumer electronics, then please come and join us!

Job Summary

The Research Scientist – Synthesis Development will be part of the Enabling Technologies team. In this position, the scientist will develop innovative synthetic methodologies to realize novel OLED material designs. The position also involves modeling, design, and synthesis of organic and organometallic compounds with an emphasis on researching the properties of the materials in the context of OLED display engineering. In this role, you will collaborate with chemists and engineers to optimize syntheses and molecular properties to improve OLED materials and devices.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and/or develop modern synthetic methodologies to solve challenging bond formations.
• Develop fit‑for‑purpose molecular assembly strategies to enable access to advanced OLED molecules, structural diversity studies, and drive down cost of goods.
• Coordinate with OLED chemistry colleagues to identify opportunities and solve synthetic challenges using Enabling Technologies team solutions and platforms.
• Design innovative materials and develop in‑depth knowledge of organic electronic material properties, synthesis and display applications.
• Perform design, synthesis, purification, analysis and characterization of small‑to‑medium scale organic and/or organometallic compounds.
• Implement state‑of‑the‑art synthetic methods to access novel organic and/or organometallic compounds.
• Collaboration with chemists and engineers to improve materials and devices.
• Stay up to date with scientific literature.
• Be able to write and interpret technical information and effectively communicate with peers within the team and across the organization.
• Accurately record experimental work within the electronic notebook(s).
• Maintain a clean and safe laboratory work area and follow all relevant safety policies.
• Be responsible lab citizen.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in Organic or Organometallic Chemistry; Post‑doctoral experience or relevant industry experience is preferred.
• In‑depth understanding and proven experience in multi‑step synthesis and characterization of organic and/or organometallic compounds.
• Demonstrated in‑depth understanding of organic and organometallic reaction mechanisms.
• Current knowledge in modern synthetic techniques and instrumentation, including, but not limited to modern coupling methods, electrochemistry, C‑H activation, flow chemistry, high‑throughput experimentation methodology is preferred.
• Knowledge of reaction process parameters, modern data analytic tools, including machine learning, design of experiments, automated laboratory instruments (i.e. liquid/solid handling robot), and analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, MS, NMR, UV).
• Experienced in basic computer software and internet applications including MS Office Suit, ChemDraw, e‑notebook and LIMS.
• Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal direction.
• Ability to perform and succeed in a multi‑disciplinary team environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with peers and management.
• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems in an efficient, proactive manner.
• Demonstrated track record of accuracy and thoroughness.

Current Benefits At Adesis

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus program.
• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family.
• Option of Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Option of Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Group Term Life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability benefits for employees.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• 401(k) company contribution.
• Annual charitable matching gift.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

Annual compensation range

$100k‑115k

Adesis Inc. – a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes – is a premier contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) accelerating our clients’ success by bringing the innovation of a clean technology company to the biotech, pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries.

Our innovative capabilities enable technology you use every day, ranging from OLED smartwatches, smartphones, automotive, IT and TVs to foldable electronic devices, lighting, medical devices and pharmaceutical breakthroughs.

To learn more about Adesis Inc., please visit adesisinc.com.