Senior Analytical Chemist

㍭; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 122,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist to join their Corporate Research Analytical Laboratory. This role offers the chance to collaborate with innovative minds globally, conducting analytical chemistry measurements and utilizing advanced techniques like Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectroscopy. You will play a pivotal role in driving advancements in science, solving complex problems, and contributing to the development of intellectual property. If you're passionate about chemistry and eager to make an impact, this position could be your next career step in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry or related field with 2 years lab experience required.
• Experience with Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectroscopy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing of materials using chromatography techniques.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.

Skills

Gas Chromatography

Mass Spectroscopy

Laboratory Research

Data Analytics Tools

Laboratory Automation Tools

Python

SQL

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Masters degree in Chemistry or related field

Bachelors degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Job Description:

Job Title
Senior Analytical Chemist

Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World

Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers.

This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As a Senior Analytical Chemist in 3M Corporate Research Analytical Laboratory, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

• Providing analytical chemistry measurements for 3M corporate research laboratories and divisions
• Conducting analytical testing of 3M materials and products using chromatography techniques
• Preparing samples, operating analytical instruments, and documenting test results
• Leveraging and developing new and existing analytical techniques and methods to drive 3M advancements in science through GC analysis.
• Collaborating with a cross-functional team to develop innovative solutions.
• Applying knowledge of chemistry or chemical engineering to solve complex problems.
• Strengthening 3M’s proprietary position through development of intellectual property.
• Collaborating with global, multi-disciplinary teams to identify and implement new solutions toward customer applications.

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Possess a PhD degree (completed and verified prior to start) in chemistry, organic chemistry, chemical engineering, or Microbiology from an accredited university plus two (2) years of experience in laboratory research in a private, public, government or military environment. This can include experience earned through a PhD program.
• OR Masters degree with at least 4 years laboratory experience
• OR Bachelors degree (completed and verified prior to start) with at least 6 years of laboratory experience.
• AND Experience with Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectroscopy, especially in method development.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Experience either direct or through collaborations utilizing or developing data analytics tools
• Experience either direct or through collaborations utilizing laboratory automation tools
• Experience / proficiency in Python, Databricks, SQL, etc.
• Experience with routine preventative maintenance tasks for GC instruments. Not afraid to be “hands on” with the hardware.

Work location:

• On site at 3M Campus in Maplewood, MN, Building 201

Travel: May include up to 10% [domestic/international]

Relocation Assistance: Not authorized

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

Supporting Your Well-being

3M offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.

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Pay & Benefits Overview: The expected compensation range for this position is $122,292 - $149,468, which includes base pay plus variable incentive pay, if eligible. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience. In addition, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision, Health Savings Accounts, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, Paid Absences and Retirement Benefits, etc.).

3M is an equal opportunity employer. 3M will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.