Senior Scientist

2260 DuPont Electronic Materials International, LLC; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity is hiring a Synthetic Organic Chemist for the Semiconductor Technologies Lithography group in Marlborough, MA. The role focuses on designing, synthesizing, and optimizing small molecules, monomers, and polymers for semiconductor applications, collaborating with R&D and development teams to scale up and commercialize new products.

The candidate will contribute to advanced polymer and small molecule design, apply multistep synthetic methods, and help secure intellectual property while

Qualifications

• Proven track record of safe laboratory practices and methodology.
• A Ph.D. in chemistry is required.
• Understanding of polymer and small molecule design and synthesis is desirable; analytical methods include polymer and film characterization techniques (GPC, IR, NMR, MS, TGA, DSC, AFM, XRR, XPS).

Responsibilities

• Synthesize, design, and develop small molecules, monomers, and polymers for semiconductor applications.
• Apply multistep synthetic organic chemistry knowledge to projects.
• Collaborate in multifunctional teams from concept to scale-up and commercialization.
• Create and secure intellectual property for Qnity.
• Analyze analytical and performance data and write technical reports/presentations.
• Organize data and share results across teams.
• Network internally and with external partners to identify new technology leads.

Skills

Synthesis design and development

Small molecule synthesis

Polymer synthesis

Analytical data interpretation

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry

Tools

GPC

IR

NMR

MS

TGA

DSC

AFM

XRR

XPS

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Qnity has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Synthetic Organic Chemist in the Semiconductor Technologies Lithography group located in Marlborough, MA.

The Synthetic Chemist will be responsible for the design, synthesis, and analysis of small molecules, monomers and polymers. This will include both new product innovation and optimization of existing product lines to capture new growth opportunities. The chemist will work closely with R&D formulation teams and development engineering for scale-up and manufacturing as we expand and grow our business. The chemistry within Semiconductor Technologies includes free radical polymerization; polyphenylene synthesis; condensation and living anionic polymerizations; functionalized silsesquioxane synthesis; small molecule synthesis and purification; shelf life and stability studies; scale-up; and attention to detail for quality control and manufacturability around metals reduction and defectivity control.

Please note this position is onsite 5-days a week in our Marlborough Massachusetts Manufacturing & Technology Center.

Primary Responsibilities

• Synthesis, design, and development of small molecules, monomers, and polymers for semiconductor application
• Application of knowledge of multistep synthetic organic chemistry
• Participate in multifunctional teams to drive new product development from concept shaping and validation to scale-up and commercialization
• Create and secure intellectual property for Qnity
• Analysis of analytical and performance data
• Organize and share data, write technical reports and presentations
• Network within the Qnity organization and external networks to identify potential technology leads and new innovations for Semiconductor Technologies Lithography

Critical Success Factors

• Demonstrated record of achievement in technical role
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and define new approaches
• Excellent organizational and project management skills
• Business acumen
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Capable of performing in a fast paced, customer focused business unit

Required Qualifications

• Proven track record of safe laboratory practices and methodology
• A Ph.D. in chemistry
• An understanding of polymer and small molecule design and synthesis with a proven track record of accomplishment is desirable. The position also requires an understanding of analytical methods including polymer and film characterization techniques (GPC, IR, NRM, MS, TGA, DSC, AFM, XRR, XPS, etc.).
• Excellent and diverse synthetic expertise

Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

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Qnity is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.