Synthetic Chemist

Leidos; New Jersey; On-site; USD 59,150 - 106,925; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Leidos is hiring for a position focused on the synthesis, scale-up, and characterization of novel materials in New Jersey. The ideal candidate will have a BS or MS in organic chemistry, with 2–6 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting literature searches, designing synthesis methods, and optimizing processes. Competitive compensation is offered, along with extensive benefits. The role requires U.S. citizenship and a collaborative spirit.

Qualifications

• 2–6 years relevant experience in material synthesis.
• Hands-on experience with analytical methods for material characterization.
• Ability to operate effectively in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature searches on latest ingredients and processes.
• Execute synthesis of new materials using novel approaches.
• Optimize and scale up processes for large scale preparation.

Skills

Synthesis of new materials

Analytical methods

Team collaboration

Education

BS or MS in organic chemistry

Tools

Chromatographic techniques

Spectroscopic techniques

Job description

Description

Conduct synthesis, scaleup, and characterization of novel materials.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing literature searches to develop and maintain awareness of latest ingredients, processes, and techniques.
• Design and execute novel approaches to the synthesis of new materials.
• Develop alternate more efficient methods for the synthesis of existing materials.
• Conduct process optimization and scale up studies for large scale preparation of these materials.
• Characterize all materials utilizing state‑of‑the‑art analytic techniques.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Develop novel ideas and contribute to proposals.

Basic Qualifications

• BS or MS in organic chemistry with 2–6 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing synthesis of new materials.
• Knowledge and hands‑on experience with analytical methods for the separation and characterization of materials, including chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Ability to work in a team‑based environment.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher degree preferred.
• Knowledge of energetic materials a plus.

Pay Range

$59,150.00 – $106,925.00

Pay and Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.