Advanced Research Chemist

Eastman•Kingsport, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit www.eastman.com. The Corporate Analytical Division (CAD) is seeking a highly motivated Chemist specializing in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) to join the Spectrometry Applications Laboratory (SAL) in Kingsport, TN. This role supports R&D programs, manufacturing, and technical service initiatives through advanced analytical capabilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing NMR-based analytical methods while ensuring efficient laboratory operations and strong engagement with internal stakeholders.

Requirements

Proven experience in structure elucidation using solution-state NMR spectroscopy
Experience developing new experimental designs, including exploration of emerging NMR technologies and techniques
Strong foundation in structural organic chemistry
Proficiency with NMR acquisition and data analysis software
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot instrumentation and technical issues
Strong collaborator and team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work across organizational boundaries
Innovative, creative thinker with sound scientific judgment and a willingness to take calculated risks
Ability to manage both short-term and long-term analytical needs while meeting deadlines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with complementary analytical techniques such as LC-MS, IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy

Responsibilities

Serve as a role model for safety, actively engaging coworkers and participating in division and group safety programs.
Perform routine and specialized NMR analytical testing to support research & development, applications development, technical services, and manufacturing.
Design and execute NMR studies, analyze and interpret data, and identify results requiring further investigation.
Collaborate with scientists and engineers to design analytical approaches, interpret results, and develop nonstandard testing methods as needed.
Manage multiple projects with varying priorities and timelines, working independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate strong project management skills, including setting expectations, defining milestones, and driving execution.
Maintain an open-access laboratory environment and provide training and technical guidance to other scientists.
Monitor and assess instrument performance and reliability, identify improvement opportunities, and lead continuous improvement efforts.
Prepare technical reports to document analytical results and project outcomes.
Write, review, and approve test methods and job aids for NMR instrumentation and techniques.
Mentor and train chemists and technicians as needed.

Benefits

Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities
Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage
Health Savings Account option
Voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection
Holistic wellness support: financial-planning tools, family-building assistance (adoption, pregnancy, and fertility resources), parental leave, and confidential Employee Assistance Program counseling.
401(k) with a company match
Additional annual retirement contribution from Eastman
Eleven paid holidays
One personal day
Paid time off
Paid vacation
Access to mentorship, learning resources, and leadership programs