Synthetic Chemist

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory•Laurel, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an organic chemist to help develop solutions to the complex problems that we take on through chemical synthesis and characterization. You will apply your strong background in chemistry to develop solutions for the government's challenging problems. We need an ambitious and dedicated colleague who is eager to take a leadership and mentorship role and contribute to laboratory research. You will have the opportunity to work across a wide-range of research domains including synthetic chemistry, polymer science, catalysis, materials science, and more. In our group, your research will span fields, from synthesis of stimuli-responsive polymers to inorganic coatings for thermal management; from adhesives, coatings, and ink technologies, to electrochemistry and catalysis. We enable and encourage our team members to generate their own research ideas and publish their findings. At APL, we are a hardworking, multidisciplinary team that is committed to solving challenging problems while embracing risk with the goal of realizing creative solutions. Our team is passionate about building advanced prototypes that will define the future of chemical sciences. We strive to foster a collaborative environment with world-class expertise that achieves game-changing impact. Our APL team values integrity and innovative ideas that will ensure our nation's preeminence in the 21st century.

Requirements

B.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
2+ years of non-academic research experience.
Demonstrable research experience in a laboratory environment.
Background in molecular synthesis, spectroscopy, and experimental design.
Familiarity with nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, and/or mass spectrometry.
Experience working as a member of a collaborative team.
Comfortable communicating research findings in various settings.
Willing and able to carry out laboratory research and travel for field testing, sponsor visits, conference attendance, and presentations.
Able to obtain a Secret level security clearance.
Security clearance eligibility requires you to be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

M.A. in organic chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field.
5+ years of research experience.
Proficiency in catalysis, air-free synthesis, electrochemistry, and/or polymer synthesis and characterization.
Published research in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

Perform experiments at the direction of a project manager and assist with the development of new materials via chemical synthesis, characterization, and performance testing, both in the lab and in the field.
Perform detailed data analyses and explain characterization results.
Document and present technical work internally and externally.
Work on projects both independently and as part of a team.
Publish research and present at conferences.