Associate Investigator

Associate Investigator - Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR)

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking an Associate Investigator to join our growing Chemours Leveraged Analytical team focusing in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR). The successful candidate will be expected to develop as a technical resource in NMR collaborating closely with the broader analytical team and with scientists throughout the Technology organization. This position will be available at the Chemours Discovery Hub in Newark, DE, and report directly to the Technology Manager.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Drive creative and integrated analytical solutions for internal and external requestors
• Participate in experimental design and execution
• Execute NMR analyses on a wide variety of sample types
• Support NMR lab operations conducting maintenance and cryogen fills
• Process, review, and interpret experimental results and optimize methodologies
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously with varying degrees of priority
• Safely operate and maintain laboratory equipment
• Generate analytical reports to meet R&D needs and product registration requirements
• Effectively communicate results to the Chemours R&D community
• Work independently and with cross-functional teams
• Independently formulate work plans and manage/prioritize daily workflow

The following is required for this role:

• BS in Chemistry (degrees in closely related fields of study will be considered)
• Experience with general laboratory manipulations, including analytical sample preparation
• Demonstrated ability to accomplish tasks independently with minimal guidance/supervision
• Demonstrated ability to meet challenging deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Commitment to safe operations always
• Strong oral and written communication skills

The following is preferred for this role:

• BS or MS with 1-2 years industry experience is preferred
• Experience with NMR spectroscopy
• Experience with Bruker systems
• Knowledge and experience with organic chemistry
• Knowledge and experience with polymer characterization

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company-paid Volunteer Day

We're a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position

Don't meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we're operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency): $73,947.00 - $115,542.00

Chemours Level: 23

Annual Bonus Target: 6%

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."