R&D Technologist

DuPont Electronic Materials CMP•Bellevue, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Qnity, we are a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries. We are seeking a talented R&D Technologist to join our analytical and application team in Newark, DE. This role provides analytical and laboratory technical support to multidisciplinary R&D efforts. The R&D Technologist will work closely with scientists, engineers, and technologists in a collaborative, team-driven environment to support product development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate has hands-on laboratory experience, strong organizational and communication skills, and a passion for learning and contributing in a high-performing technical team.

Requirements

Must have a BA or BS in chemistry and/or related engineering/science degree
Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience working in a lab environment, preferably in an R&D or industrial setting.
Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a strong safety-first mindset.
Experience and solid understanding with analytical techniques such as wet chemistry and spectroscopy.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, and tools simultaneously in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Familiarity with or ability to learn various software platforms (e.g., databases, SharePoint, statistical analysis tools).

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment and analytical instruments, including physical testers, particle sizers, trace metal analyzers, and related instrumentation.
Timely collect, analyze, and summarize experimental data; maintain accurate laboratory notebooks, electronic databases, and analytical reports.
Develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), troubleshooting guides, and maintenance records.
Conduct experiments with increasing independence, demonstrating strong planning and attention to detail.
Work safely in an R&D environment, actively participating in company safety programs.
Perform slurry analysis and characterization to support formulation development, troubleshooting, and quality investigations by executing experiments under the direction of scientists.
Collaborate professionally with cross-functional teams including R&D, application, and quality teams.