Senior Chemist

Sun-Chemical; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sun Chemical seeks a talented chemistry-focused researcher to develop advanced color materials, dyes and pigments, surfactants and polymers. You will design experiments, synthesize target compounds, analyze data, and contribute to IP filings while collaborating with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities include executing plans, maintaining safety, and applying crystallization and dispersion concepts to achieve better performance and lower costs across packaging and display materials.

Qualifications

• PhD in Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related field with experience in organic synthesis or MS/BS with 5+ years’ experience.
• Working knowledge of color science and formulation science involving pigments, coatings, inks, plastics, display materials is desirable but not required.
• Excellent communication and computer skills, with experience using literature search platforms such as SciFinder.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes experimental plans to develop dyes, pigments, surfactants and polymers with improved performance and cost savings.
• Performs molecular design, organic synthesis, ingredient selection and formulation to produce lab samples.
• Reviews analytical data and uses results to guide technology improvement and optimization.
• Drafts technical documents for patents and trade show demonstrations.
• Interacts with suppliers, customers, and Sun Chemical divisions to understand needs and drive product development.
• Maintains safety compliance and follows Quality Management System procedures; assists in SOP training.

Skills

Organic chemistry

Polymer chemistry

Synthesis

Structure-property relationships

Particle engineering

Dispersion technology

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related field

MS/BS in Organic Chemistry, Materials Science or Chemical Engineering or related field with 5+ years’ experience

Tools

SciFinder

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries.Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website atwww.sunchemical.com or connect with us onLinkedIn orTwitter

Position Summary/Objectives:

This position is responsible for developing advanced organic materials, including dyes and pigment, surfactants and polymers, etc., to meet customers’ ever-growing demands for color materials.

Essential Job Functions:

• Demonstrates leadership in promoting a safe workplace by active participation in safety improvement, best practices and incident reporting/evaluation
• Designs and executes experimental plans to develop novel dyes, pigments, surfactants and polymers with improved performance, environmental and health compliance, and cost savings to meet customer requirements.
• Performs molecular design, organic synthesis, ingredient selection and formulation, and materials processing to produce lab samples for evaluation.
• Reviews and interprets analytical and materials evaluation data and incorporates these data into experimental design for technology improvement.
• Drafts technical documents for patent and intellectual property protection and trade show demonstration.
• Interacts with suppliers, customers and other Sun Chemical Divisions/locations to identify and understand problems and requests and integrates into daily activities for product development.
• Studies scientific and patent literature to keep current with new developments in pigment and additives.
• Understands and follows all safety protocols, ensuring that safety is priority in all activities. Identifies safety improvements for continuous improvement
• Performs procedures and documentation required by the Quality Management System.
• Assigned to assist in the training following SOP and training guidelines based on safety record, operational expertise, experience and knowledge of equipment.
• Solid foundation in organic/polymer materials chemistry, synthetic mechanism and structure-property relationships.
• Strong understanding of crystallization, particle engineering, dispersion technology, and solid-state material properties.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and critically analyze technical problems, independently design experiments, interpret results, troubleshoot technical issues, and develop effective solutions.

Required Education & Experience:

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or related field including experience in organic synthesis; or MS/BS in Organic Chemistry, Materials Science or Chemical Engineering or related fields plus 5+ years’ experience in organic synthesis, dyes and pigment synthesis, polymer synthesis, surface modification, or specialty chemical development.
• Working knowledge of color science and formulation science involving pigments, coatings, inks, plastics, display materials, or related applications is desirable but not required.
• Good communication skills and computer skills.
• Experience with literature search platforms such as SciFinder
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software (Excel, MS Word, Power Point.)

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.