R&D SR. SCIENTIST, SYNTHETIC CHEMISTRY

Moses Lake Industries•Moses Lake, WA

5d•$80,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Moses Lake Industries, Inc. (MLI) is a rapidly growing producer of ultra-pure chemical products, serving the semiconductor and flat-panel screen industries worldwide. We deliver world class products to the leaders of the industries we serve. You will be working for a midsized company with great people and a history of steady growth and profitability. Sound like a match? If you are prepared to work in an exciting and rewarding environment, we look forward to considering your experience and qualifications. Schedule: Monday-Friday, Assigned shift is fixed and flexible, typically between 6 am and 10 pm. Changes to the schedule may be requested by a team member or required by the manager due to the demands of the R&D project schedules, onsite, Moses Lake, WA. This is a Full-Time, Salaried position.

Requirements

PhD in chemistry, chemical engineering or a related discipline such as biology or physics or equivalent experience.
Working knowledge of computers and MS Office software.
Working knowledge of arithmetic and grammar.
Demonstrated ability to: Follow written and verbal instructions in English.
Manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously in order to meet established deadlines.
Work as a team and/or independently.
Perform tasks with attention to detail and accuracy.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of relevant experience in an industrial or academic laboratory setting (preferred not required).

Responsibilities

Contribute to developing new products and enhancing existing products based on customer, market, or technology needs working both independently and within teams receiving direction from a supervisor or senior scientist(s) to establish priorities and requirements.
Research, develop, and execute synthetic methods for target molecules, applying technical expertise to identify the most promising methods taking into account complex trade-offs including but not limited to safety, IP strategy, development and manufacturing cost, scalability, timeline, and risk.
Use technical expertise and Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies to design and execute efficient, well though-out experiments with clear problem statements, hypothesis, well defined controls and baselines, and data-supported conclusions that are timely, consistent, meaningful, and accurate.
Perform hands-on laboratory work including but not limited to assembling, using and maintaining common laboratory equipment such as glassware, syringes, Schlenk lines, inert atmosphere chambers, rotary evaporators, recirculating chillers/heaters, pressure vessels, high precision balances, and dosing and vacuum pumps, maintaining all working areas and equipment in a clean, well-organized manner at all times.
Understand and apply complex or advanced chemical concepts in a laboratory setting. Examples include: generating balanced chemical equations; assessing stoichiometry; analyzing multicomponent mixtures to assess composition and impurity levels; correlating relative contribution of process or chemical variables to specific success criteria; comparing data to hypothetical or theoretical values; identifying key performance indicators and control variables such as pressures, temperatures, mixing rates, solvent effects, pH effects, etc. in reaction schemes; understanding and consistent application of significant digits and dimensional analysis; etc.
Analyze data using technical expertise, statistical methods, and other relevant methods including but not limited to: development of models with correlation to experimental data; plotting meaningful linear, non-linear and three dimensional graphical representations of data; calculation of standard deviations, control and specification limits; analysis of variation (ANOVA); calculation and application of confidence intervals; application of statistical process control (SPC) methodologies, etc.
Generate concise written summaries, procedures, specifications and other documents as needed expressing ideas and opinions clearly in properly structured, well-organized and grammatically correct reports and documents utilizing language and terminology that is understandable and relevant for the target audience and contains conclusions supported by data
Drive troubleshooting and development of response-flow checklists (RFCs) using technical expertise and standard methodologies including but not limited to: Taguchi/fishbone analysis; 5-whys; Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA); Design of Experiments (DOE); population assessments such as p- and t-tests; etc.
Maintain a laboratory notebook with detailed and legible records of data, observations, and projects to support generation of MLI Intellectual Property (IP).
Read, understand and apply information in chemical literature, safety data sheets (SDS), and other relevant information sources to identify and mitigate risks of working with hazardous chemicals and processes. Hazards may include but are not limited to: use of toxic, carcinogenic, mutagenic, flammable, pyrophoric, highly reactive, materials in high pressure, negative pressure, extremely hot or cold, or other reaction profiles and equipment.
Consistently focus on and prioritize safety including applying administrative, engineering and personal protective equipment and protocols at all times to ensure the safety of yourself, your colleagues and our community including safeguarding the environment and properly identifying, managing, and minimizing waste.
Collect and consolidate data from multiple sources including laboratory notebooks records, metrology reports, and chemical literature to enable evaluation of experimental outcomes by identifying important information, tracing possible causes of problems, and searching for practical solutions.
Prepare a weekly summary of specific activities, describing key activities accomplished, projects in progress with milestones and estimated completion dates, observations and opportunities for continuous improvement, requests for help needed, risks for completion of projects/tasks on schedule, and other relevant information
Generate project plans and proposals with clear success criteria, well defined milestones, robust schedules, risk assessments with mitigation strategies, and resource needs well defined.
Uphold all MLI policies and “MLI Code of Conduct.”
Strict compliance with Environmental and Safety regulations.
Compliance and individual accountability with the MLI Quality System and ISO Registration is required. It is the employee’s commitment to ensure that the Company’s actual practices and procedures are exercised as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support and sustain a high performing team.

Benefits

compensation
medical
vision
dental insurance benefits
Generous PTO
Virtual medical and mental health options
FSA and HSA available
Voluntary insurance options include life and AD&D, accident, hospitalization, and critical illness.
Generous discretionary bonus program
401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching contributions
Long-Term Disability Insurance
EAP
Fitness Club Membership Program
Education Assistance Program
Relocation Assistance available
Position-based clothing
Travel expenses
Training and additional materials needed on a case-by-case basis.