Synthetic Chemist
Leidos•Wharton, NJ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a Synthetic Chemist to work at our Picatinny Arsenal, NJ site. Conduct synthesis, scaleup, and characterization of novel materials.
Requirements
- BS/MS in organic chemistry with 2-6 years relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience developing and executing synthesis of new materials.
- Knowledge and hands-on experience with analytical methods for the separation and characterization of materials to include chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
- Ability to work in a team-based environment.
- US Citizenship required.
Nice To Haves
- Higher degree preferred.
- Knowledge of energetic materials a plus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct ongoing literature searches to develop and maintain awareness of latest ingredients, processes, and techniques.
- Design and execute novel approaches to the synthesis of new materials.
- Develop alternate more efficient methods for the synthesis of existing materials.
- Conduct process optimization and scale up studies for large scale preparation of these materials.
- Characterize all materials utilizing state-of-the-art analytic techniques.
- Prepare technical report and presentations.
- Develop novel ideas and contribute to proposals.
Benefits
- competitive compensation
- Health and Wellness programs
- Income Protection
- Paid Leave
- Retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
