AFM Analytical Scientist

City
Florence
State/Province
Kentucky

Overview:

This hands-on AFM Analytical Scientist position will be responsible for developing and performing analytical testing to support Celanese divisions. A member of a strong, collaborative team of scientists, this individual should have comprehensive experience in microscopy, especially atomic force microscopy (AFM).

Responsibilities:

  • Be responsible for characterizing formulated products using AFM, microscopy and spectroscopic techniques.
  • Maintains a safe work environment and drives for continuous safety improvements.
  • Develops and validates analytical methods for material characterization and innovation.  
  • Ensures good communications and timely prioritization to deliver quality results and meet project timeline expectation.
  • Collaborates with global laboratories and cross-functional team to support manufacturing, quality control, material qualification, new product development, global method alignment, etc.
  • Troubleshoots and maintains laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Provides mentorship and training to the chemist team in instrument operation, data analysis and interpretation. 
  • Ensures good documentation on procedures, methods, calibration, maintenance, and other activities in the quality system.
  • Promotes company culture, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and Core Value initiative.

Qualifications:

  • Master or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field 
  • 3+ years AFM and microscopy experience.
  • Targeted experience in other analytical techniques such as NMR, FTIR, SEM/EDS, DSC, TGA, DMA, rheology, wet chemistry, GC, HPLC, is a plus.
  • Experience with engineering polymers or plastics is a plus.
  • Ability to pro-actively design methods to meet customer needs.
  • Effective communication - both verbal and written.
  • Strong understanding and commitment to safe lab practice and chemical handling.
  • Ability to organize, keep detailed documentation/records, and achieve timely, accurate results.
  • Ability to make minor repairs to lab equipment.
  • Ability work independently with minimal supervision and be part of team.

Application Methods:

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