Analytical Scientist

Location

Mount Vernon, IL | United States

Job description

Chemistry that Matters™

A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It’s all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let’s explore what matters!

As one of the world’s largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society’s future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE™ portfolio. Our success is built upon the collective excellence of our 32,000 employees in 50+ countries. Our values – Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver – are the foundation of our success. To learn more about these and how we strive to Be the Impact, click  here .

Our purpose is "Chemistry that Matters". This is what drives us to do what we do. "Chemistry" goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. “What Matters” is making a meaningful impact for the world – through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.

It is all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. We are mindful about the importance of the team we are building and how our team members impact to our culture. We believe that good ideas come from anywhere, being inclusive to diverse perspectives is stimulating, encourages innovation and is critical to our mission. Let us explore this together!

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Job Summary

The Analytical Science department is part of the SABIC global Corporate Technology and Innovation (T&I) organization, with multiple global locations. The analytical science organization in North America provides extensive analytical expertise in the area of advanced chromatography, spectroscopy, elemental analysis, and microscopy to support T&I programs across Strategic Business Units, delivering innovative solutions for the circular economy, in automotive, healthcare, building and construction, electronics and other markets.

We are currently looking for an enthusiastic, creative and highly skilled analytical professional with broad knowledge in instrumental analysis. You will use your expertise to be part of this exciting adventure acting as a liaison between the Analytical Science team and SABIC R&D. As a member of the Analytical Science team in Mt Vernon, your main objective is to operate state-of-the-art NMR equipment. You are also expected to run routine hands on analytical tests in gas chromatography, liquid chromatography, GPC, ion chromatography and mass spectrometry. The role will also focus on executing and coordinating analytical tests within the analytical team, across multi-functional teams, and with external collaborators to provide effective analytical support to product development and process optimization.

This job is located in Mt Vernon, IN, USA.

How You Can Be the Impact

• Prepare samples for liquid NMR analysis by using various sampling methods.
• Apply advanced NMR analysis techniques including 1D, 2D as well as low field NMR to evaluate the molecular structure, chemical composition of complex polymeric systems or small molecule additives.
• Design and execute both novel and routine experiments using chromatography techniques, provide in-depth data interpretation, communicate results and solutions to internal and external stakeholders, present and publish when appropriate. Translate the knowledge and cross-train colleagues as required.
• Participate in regional and global T&I Accolade projects as team member in materials or application development through providing analytical solutions and testing methods for molecular component/structure characterization, additive analysis and contaminants analysis in complex polymeric systems or chemicals.
• Document technical finding and new knowledge in forms of technical report, patent application and technical presentation and share with local and global teams with compliance to company knowledge management policy.
• Develop and provide chemical characterization and problem solving expertise to support product development programs as well as addressing customer and manufacturing issue resolution needs.
• Collaborate effectively with other analytical experts at other regional R&D laboratories in order to help elevate SABIC’s global expertise.
• Complete workload as assigned within project timelines. Operate, troubleshoot and oversee maintenance of analytical instruments. Maintain inventory of supplies and consumables. Ensure reliability and continuity of service. Document methods and processes in accordance with EHS ( Environment, health and safety ) policies including SOPs (Standard Operation Procedure) and MOCs (Management of Change).

What Matters to SABIC

• BS or MSc with 3+ years’ working experience, or fresh PhD in the field of analytical chemistry. A degree in general chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, bioscience and materials science will also be considered.
• Broad knowledge of analytical techniques in the areas of NMR, gas chromatography, liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry, especially for the characterization of petrochemical products and polymers.
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects with high enthusiasm and drive.
• Hands-on mindset with flexibility, creativity and independence.
• Knowledge of basic statistical data analysis.
• Excellent English spoken and written language skills.

Eligibility Requirements

• You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the “Apply Now/Apply” option on this page.
• You must be 18 years or older.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.

Work Availability

Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work (e.g. Monday – Friday) during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs

We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.

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