As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.
CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS
At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.
Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.
Chemours is seeking a
R&D Associate Chemistto join our growing Thermal & Specialty Solutions team. This position will be available at the at the Chemours™ Discovery Hub in
Newark, DE.
This highly visible, key role will support R&D projects within the Thermal & Specialty Solutions business with specific focus on Process Development, process scale-up and support for commercial-scale manufacturing, and existing plant support.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform organic synthesis laboratory tests and procedures according to standard protocols and safety guidelines.
- Carry out daily lab operation including set up reactions, purification, and characterization (GC-Ms, NMR, IR, MS etc.).
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments and devices.
- Execute designed experiments under supervision of senior chemists.
- Record, analyze, and report data using software and databases.
- Follow quality control and quality assurance procedures and regulations.
- Communicate and collaborate with other lab staff, researchers, and supervisors.
The following is required for this role:
- Bachelor's or associate degree in chemistry and similar technical fields, or High school diploma with 5+ years of relevant chemistry laboratory experience.
- At least five years of experience working in a chemistry laboratory setting
- Knowledge of laboratory techniques, equipment, and safe working practices.
- Experience in working with HF or willingness to learn how to deal with HF
- Ability to carry out experiments independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team with proper attention to detail, accuracy, and problem-solving skills
- The ability to accurately record observations and results consistent with protection of intellectual property
- Good computer skills in Windows operating system and willingness to learn new software
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to plan, prioritize and manage multiple, complex, time-sensitive projects.
The following is preferred for this role:
- GC-MS operation and maintenance experience
- Experience with compression and pipe fittings.
- Basic mechanical aptitude.
- Automation and Instrumentation experience.
Benefits:
Competitive Compensation
Comprehensive Benefits Packages
401(k) Match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Commuter Benefits
Learning and Development Opportunities
Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
Company-paid Volunteer Day
We're a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it-by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.
Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.
Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.
Chemours is an E-Verify employer
Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation
Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position
Don't meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we're operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.
Pay Range (in local currency):
$73,947.00 - $115,542.00
Chemours Level:
23
Annual Bonus Target:
6%
The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.
At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."
