Chemist

We are looking for a Chemist/Process Chemist who is a team player with a solutions-oriented mind. The chemist will join a team dedicated for exploring and developing lithographic materials for advanced patterning solutions. This is a laboratory-based technical role focused on synthesis of organiccompounds and polymers. Position functions: • Conduct synthesis of organic compounds and polymers at laboratory scale up to several hundred grams • Use analytical tests to facilitate effective process development, characterize products and ensure final product quality. • Document experiments and help in the preparation of technology transfer packages to CROs/CMOs. • Maintaining full compliance with all departmental and site-specific Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality regulations, systems, and procedures covering laboratory and scale-up activities. • Perform routine lab and business unit maintenance to keep area clean and orderly. • Maintain material database, inventory database and order chemical reagents from suppliers. Qualifications • B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry, preferably from an Client (American Chemical Society) accredited program • A thorough understanding of chemistry at the undergraduate level • Experience with general laboratory techniques such as distillation, filtration, closed transfer, crystallization, rotary evaporators, vacuum pumps/ovens and small/large scale glassware. • Assisting more senior chemists with their work • Perform analysis of compounds and reaction mixtures using common methods: (HPLC, GC, MS, UV/VIS, FTIR, NMR, TLC, IR, GCMS) • Involvement in process improvement and development of production and test methods • Versatility in common IT applications (Microsoft office). • Excellent organizational skills and accuracy in experimental documentation. • Good communications skills • Thrive in a team environment of shared goals and responsibilities. Competencies: • Synthetic organic chemistry knowledge. Polymerization experience is a plus. • Ability to evaluate safety risks and reactivity concerns in multigram scale multistep organic synthesis. • Communicate effectively, provide support, in a team setting. • Must be highly detail-oriented and organized, able to work both independently and as a team player with a positive attitude. • Demonstrates excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills. • Demonstrate safe behavior in the laboratory. • Develop time management strategies to ensure work is performed within required timelines. • Participate and present research progress in technical discussions and meetings. • Thrive in a team environment of shared goals and responsibilities. Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.