R&D Synthetic Chemist Post-Doc

Agilent Technologies•Wilmington, NC

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The R&D team in Wilmington, Delaware, is part of Agilent’s Chemistries and Supplies Division and develops silica and polymeric particles for liquid chromatography. The Post-doc Scientist will lead and support the design and development of novel silica- and polymer-based particle platforms and advanced surface chemistries for liquid chromatography consumables. The role includes hands-on lab-scale organic and/or polymer synthesis, modification, and functionalization; analytical and materials characterization; and transfer of technology from laboratory prototypes to reproducible, economical large-scale manufacturing processes. The scientist will conduct work safely in accordance with EHS regulations, document experiments and results in electronic laboratory notebooks, and prepare and periodically present technical presentations, reports, and summaries to teams and management. The position also supports intellectual property and patent-filing applications and involves close collaboration with local R&D and Manufacturing teams and the organization’s global R&D team. This is a full-time position with a 9–12-month duration and a day shift. Travel is required 10% of the time. The stated intern pay rate is $47.10–$50.10 per hour, with eligibility for paid holidays and medical benefits. Applications will be accepted until at least October 30, 2026, or until the job is no longer posted.

Requirements

Recent PhD in Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Material Sciences, or a related field.
Significant hands-on experience with organic and/or polymer synthesis, modification, functionalization, and application.
Proficiency in analytical characterization of particles, polymers, or materials.
Ability to document experimental work and prepare presentations, technical reports, summaries, procedures, and protocols.
Adaptability to different working methods and environments.
Good problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills for interacting with internal and external partners.
Ability to work both as part of a team and autonomously.

Nice To Haves

A track record of scientific publications, innovation, and intellectual property development.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the design and development of novel silica- and polymer-based particle platforms and advanced surface chemistries for liquid chromatography consumables.
Perform lab-scale organic and/or polymer synthesis, modification, and functionalization.
Conduct laboratory work safely, follow EHS regulations, and use appropriate personal protective equipment.
Document experiments and results in electronic laboratory notebooks so experimental data can be efficiently recovered.
Prepare technical presentations, reports, and summaries, and periodically present work to teams and management.
Perform analytical and materials characterization to understand and optimize synthetic processes.
Transfer technology from R&D laboratory prototypes to reproducible, economical large-scale production processes.
Participate in and support intellectual property and patent-filing applications.
Work closely with local R&D and Manufacturing teams and the global R&D team.