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Adesis Inc. is a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), a global leader in organic light emitting diodes. Within our OLED Chemistry organization, we engage in research and development of new materials for use in the fabrication of OLED devices leading to the next generation of OLED displays.
Our R&D footprint encompasses almost 100,000 square feet of state-of-the-art laboratory and manufacturing space in two U.S. locations - New Castle and Wilmington, DE, centrally located in the Mid-Atlantic biotech/pharmaceutical hub.
We are an extraordinary company looking for extraordinary talent! If you would like to be a part of a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers working on fast-paced and innovative OLED research programs that will impact the next generation of consumer electronics, then please come and join us!
Job Summary:
Are you passionate about developing cutting-edge organic and organometallic materials? Do you thrive on solving complex chemistry challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced R&D environment? If so, we invite you to join our team and make an impact! We are seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist with deep expertise in synthetic organic chemistry to join our team dedicated to advancing OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) technology. This role centers on the design, modeling, and synthesis of innovative organic and organometallic compounds tailored for high-performance OLED applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Synthesis: Develop innovative organic and organometallic molecules using advanced synthetic methodologies to meet specific performance criteria for OLED devices.

• Material Characterization: Investigate and analyze the photophysical, electrochemical, and thermal properties of synthesized compounds to assess their suitability for OLED applications.

• Collaborative Development: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams of chemists, physicists, and engineers to optimize molecular structures and synthetic routes for scalability and device integration.

• Innovation and Problem Solving: Apply deep knowledge of synthetic organic chemistry to solve complex challenges in material stability, efficiency, and color purity.

• Technology Advancement: Contribute to the development of next-generation OLED materials through continuous innovation and rigorous research.

• Laboratory Conduct and Documentation Standards: Ensure accurate documentation of experiments, maintain a clean and safe lab environment, and uphold responsible laboratory conduct.

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Chemistry with 2+ years of industrial synthetic organic chemistry experience

• In depth understanding and proven experience with the synthesis and characterization of organic and/or organometallic compounds.

• Demonstrated experience multi-step organic synthesis and/or organic synthesis methodology is preferred.

• Demonstrated understanding of organic and organometallic reaction mechanisms.

• Knowledge of modern analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, MS, NMR, UV) and instrumentation (automated purification systems) for the isolation and identification of organic compounds.

• Experienced in basic computer software and internet applications including: MS Office Suit, ChemDraw, e-notebook and LIMS.

• Strong organizational skills, keen attention to detail, and ability to prioritize projects and meet deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal direction.

  Ability to perform and succeed in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing with peers and management.

• Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems in an efficient, proactive manner.

• Demonstrated track record of accuracy and thoroughness.

Current Benefits at Adesis Inc.:

• Competitive base salary and annual bonus program

• Medical/Prescription Drug coverage, Dental, and Vision for employees and family

• Option of Health and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Option of Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Group Term Life insurance, short term disability, and long-term disability benefits for employees

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• 401(k) company contribution

• Annual charitable matching gift

• Generous Paid Time Off

Annual compensation range: $100k-$115k