Associate Chemist

Chemours • Newark, DE

112d • $70,426 - $110,040

About The Position

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. The Chemours Titanium Technologies Elemental Analysis Group has an Associate Chemist position available in the field of Analytical Chemistry. This is a critical and highly visible role, with potential to directly impact a wide range of product R&D, manufacturing, and sustainability efforts across Chemours. The successful candidate will be responsible for sample preparation and routine operation of ICP-MS, ICP-OES and XRF analyses (full training will be provided). They will also support the work to develop and validate new analytical methods for analytically challenging organic and inorganic matrices.

Requirements

• BS in Chemistry or related discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in an analytical laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated experience in carrying out analytical measurements, record keeping, and report writing.
• Strong awareness of chemical hazards and safe laboratory operation.
• Strong spoken and written communication skills.
• A willingness to handle highly hazardous materials such as strong acids, bases, and solvents.

Nice To Haves

• Direct experience with one or more of the following analytical techniques: ICP-OES, ICP-MS, WD-XRF, AAS, HPLC.
• Experience in sample preparation techniques for trace metals analysis in complex and poorly defined organic and inorganic matrices.
• Experience with microwave digestions.
• Exposure in a commercial or research analytical laboratory.
• Developing and validating new analytical methods.

Responsibilities

• Carry out solution-based sample preparation for ICP analysis including ashing, digestion, extraction, separation, filtration, and analytical sample dilutions.
• Carry out solid sample preparation for XRF analysis, including grinding, pressed pellets and fused beads.
• Conduct analyses with minimal supervision in a safe, timely, efficient, and effective manner.
• Perform elemental analyses on organic and inorganic matrices using ICP-MS, ICP-OES and XRF instruments.
• Ensure that analytical results are accurate, properly documented, and effectively communicated.

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree