Chemist III R&D

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter

Job Title: Chemist III

Work Location: On-Site, Cincinnati, Ohio

Work schedule: Mon - Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm

The physical/analytical Chemist III assists in analytical lab support by analyzing samples, ensuring that the data is accurate, reporting data, and developing new methods.

This role is responsible for ensuring that lab work is completed based on business priorities, as aligned with their manager, completed accurately, documented and reported in a timely manner. The role will plan daily and weekly activities to ensure that priorities are met in coordination with their manager. The role requires excellent analytical skills and must identify solutions to a wide range of challenges from R&D, manufacturing, regulatory, customers, and other functions.

The role will determine best approach to analyzing materials using physical chemical methods available, combining with other data to explain the performance of a product. The role will act independently, with guidance from the lab manager.

Success is defined by having completed analysis of submitted samples in an accurate and timely manner and identifying best methods for physical characterization.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately performs, documents, and reports physical analysis of pigment and pigment related samples. 65%
• New method development and statistical validation of new methods. 10%
• Interfaces/collaborates with other analysts, Colors Technology Group and Technical Groups within Sun Chemical to enhance teamwork and accomplish tasks effectively and efficiently. 5%
• Maintains and troubleshoots instruments, interacts with instrument vendors to resolve equipment problems and to keep current with new developments in instrumentation. 5%
• Strictly follows EH&S and laboratory safety procedures. 5%
• Performs calibrations of instruments as required by ISO 9001. 3%
• Provides guidance to others as needed on analytical chemistry, instrument operation, and maintenance. 2%

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• PhD in Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, or Materials Science
• Experience with microscopy, X-Ray diffraction and surface analysis.

• Excellent scientific aptitude, math skills, statistical capability, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Experience using DOE software (Stat-Ease or other)
• Experience using Minitab or other statistical software.
• Proficient in multiple computer programs

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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