VARITE INC ยท 2 months ago
Senior Technical Associate - Research & Development
VARITE INC is seeking a Senior Technical Associate in Research & Development. The successful candidate will assist an interdisciplinary process chemistry and engineering team in the Emerging Technologies organization aimed at the scale-up and commercialization of product candidates, providing analytical chemistry support for organic synthesis and process development.
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Responsibilities
Meet dynamic fast paced business demands for analytical measurements in support of R&D/pilot production of materials supplied to customers
Support analytical measurements for molecular weight characterization, determination of residual monomers and residual solvents, identify unknown components and quantitate overall purity for polymers and small molecules across multiple projects
Function as an effective and productive member of various project teams. Coordinate analytical measurements within group projects
Manage and maintain analytical laboratories, including writing SOPs, equipment maintenance and upkeep, and safety documentation
Maintain electronic lab notebooks and deliver analytical reports
Proven safety track record with commitment to ZERO incidents/injuries
Experience working with hazardous chemicals
Proven track record of meeting project goals on aggressive timelines
Qualification
Required
BS/MS Chemistry with a minimum of two years of analytical experience
Excellent organization and communication skills (written and verbal)
Strong multi-tasking skills and ability to contribute to multiple projects simultaneously
Proficiency with some analytical techniques: HPLC, UPLC, LCMS, GC, GCMS, GPC, Karl Fisher titrator, rheometer, UV-vis spectrophotometer
Proven safety track record with commitment to ZERO incidents/injuries
Experience working with hazardous chemicals
Proven track record of meeting project goals on aggressive timelines
Preferred
Industrial experience
Experience in an R&D or Pilot plant environment
Knowledge of organic chemistry and electronic materials