Associate Chemist

The Chemours Company•Newark, DE

1d•$73,947 - $115,542•Onsite

About The Position

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. CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS 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 Chemist to join our Core Services Team in the Thermal & Specialty Solutions (TSS) business! This position will report directly to the Analytical Sr. Staff Supervisor at our CDH location in Newark, DE. The position will be responsible for providing critical analytical testing on existing and new refrigerant molecules and blends for the growing the TSS business. This position will work closely with the Product, Technical Service, and Process groups to support critical programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering or similar discipline. High school diploma or GED equivalent with at least 5 years of industrial or manufacturing experience also considered.
Demonstrated hands-on experience in maintaining, calibrating, repairing, and troubleshooting analytical laboratory equipment.
Understanding of basic chemistry and math principles and demonstrated problem-solving/troubleshooting and data analysis skills.
Ability to read and understand complex Standard Operating Procedures.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to lift 55 lbs. and move drums/containers with appropriate safety and ergonomics consideration.
Basic mechanical skills for using small hand tools.

Nice To Haves

Individuals with chemical plant experience in quality analysis and quality control are especially encouraged.
Previous experience working with open flame/molten glass.
Demonstrated hands-on experience in analytical techniques; proficiency in GC/GC-MS/IC/FT-IR and basic wet-chemistry and formulation techniques; experience in wet-lab environment handling hazardous materials.
Demonstrated experience with fluorochemical handling preferred.
Familiarity with gas or sample blending techniques.

Responsibilities

Operate high-hazard processes for sealed tube experiments supporting refrigerant analysis and classification, including work with open flames, molten glass, liquid nitrogen, and pressurized vessels.
Safely handle compressed gas cylinders, including 2 lb, 4 lb, and 10 kg containers.
Manage and safely execute compatibility, stability, and miscibility testing for refrigerants.
Maintain documentation and perform audits to ensure compliance with operating, safety, and environmental requirements.
Perform in-laboratory analytical testing (GC/MS, IC, titration, FT-IR, and other AHRI 700 methods) for existing and new fluorochemical products.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory equipment and test setups to support fluorochemical research and address product, process, or customer-related issues.
Independently plan and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, document results, communicate conclusions, and continue investigations with minimal guidance.
Ensure laboratory measurement systems remain in good working order and implement upgrades and improvements as needed.