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Analytical Scientist (Mass Spectrometry)

City
Florence
State/Province
Kentucky

Overview:

As our hands-on Analytical Scientist, you will be responsible for developing and performing analytical testing to support Celanese divisions. You will be a member of a strong, collaborative team of scientists! To be a good fit, you should have comprehensive experience in analytical chemistry, especially Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS) and Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). 

Responsibilities:

  • Your responsibility will include using GC-FID, GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS/MS, IC, along with various sample preparation/introduction techniques such as headspace analysis, thermal desorption, pyrolysis, solvent extraction,  etc.
  • The individual will be responsible for characterizing formulated products and raw materials in terms of VOC emissions, odor, offgassing, extractables/leachables, and specialized troubleshooting.
  • You will need to be able to effectively communicate with internal customers and global lab team members, develop new methods in order to meet business objectives, perform minor equipment repairs, select/commission/validate new equipment, and ensure compliance with standardized methods (ISO, ASTM, VDA, etc.).

Qualifications:

  • Master or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience and interpretation skills in chromatography, especially GC-MS, LC-MS/MS.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret data and provide compete/thorough presentations/reports.
  • Experience with engineering polymers or plastics.
  • 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.
  • Must strive for continuous improvement.
  • Must be energetic, self motivated.
  • Targeted experience in other analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, microscopy, rheology, and thermal characterization methods is a plus.

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Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Celanese is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Celanese does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.


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