Process Chemist

Universal Display Corporation • New Castle, DE

90d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The manufacturing Process Chemist works both independently and as part of a team to assist in the development, optimization, and technology transfer of commercial manufacturing compounds. The position involves set-up, use, and cleaning of various laboratory equipment as well as running established protocols with the guidance of chemists and senior technical staff.

Requirements

• BS or MS in Chemistry or related field required.
• At least 2 - 5 years’ experience in technical production, R&D, and/or new product development experience required.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpretation of technical instructions from disparate information sources, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to work within a fast-paced, dynamic and team environment.
• Strong computer skills in standard & scientific systems, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, ChemDraw, Reaxys and Scifinder.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of ISO-9001, cGMP, and/or ICH Q7 in pharma or chemical regulated environments preferred.
• Knowledge of Process Improvement methodology (ie., Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and/or TOC) a plus.
• Experience with or ability to master the use of modern research tools such as EasyMax, PolyBlock, Continuous Flow Reactors, and in-situ process monitoring a plus.
• Experience with Polymer chemistry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust processes for the target compounds to ensure safe and reproducible processes.
• Develop alternate synthetic routes to target molecules and modify reactants and/or equipment as required.
• Solve complex chemical problems which may arise during process development, optimization or scale up of processes.
• Understand the concepts of reaction kinetics, design of experiments, solubility and crystallization, mass transfer, heat transfer and process safety to ensure critical process parameters are identified.
• Accountable for documentation to ensure the consistent manufacture of products; including batch records, production instructions, and development / qualification reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Management.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus program
• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family
• Option of Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Option of Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Group Term Life insurance, short term disability, and long-term disability benefits for employees
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• 401(k) company contribution
• Annual charitable matching gift
• Generous Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level