Date: Fri, 2 Feb 2018 15:31:37 +0000
Dear all,
We are seeking to hire an NMR spectroscopist at our Monroeville, PA site. Details below. If you have questions or know someone who may be interested, please email me at surface_at_ppg.com<mailto:surface_at_ppg.com>. Please forward this job opportunity to anyone you may know who could be interested. A link to the PPG careers site can be found at the bottom of this email.
Description
PPG: We protect and beautify the world.
At PPG, we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and materials that our customers have trusted for more than 130 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers' biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com<http://www.ppg.com/> and follow _at_ PPG on Twitter.
Why join us:
With PPG, you will find meaning in your work every day, and engage in opportunities that will shape you, personally and professionally.
* Your personal strengths will empower you to succeed and make an impact from day one.
* You will be inspired to learn and grow, and to get the support you need to identify and achieve your boldest career aspirations.
* Your passion to excel will be fueled by your connection to world-class partners, industry experts, the best and brightest colleagues, and future forward technologies.
* Your contributions will not only meet the challenges of our global customers, but help theme propel their industries forward.
* You will be welcomed into a culture where everyone's ideas and contributions are valued and encouraged.
Just like you, we are driven to make a difference in our world.
PPG is seeking an NMR expert to join the Pittsburgh Analytical department as a member of the molecular analysis team. Responsibilities include development and implementation of analytical methods to help drive new product development, address customer problems, and support regulatory requests. The position will employ various NMR techniques for structural elucidation of small molecules and identification of impurities in complex mixtures. The candidate will collaborate with customers and experts in orthogonal techniques (mass spec, chromatography, etc.) to develop and implement solutions to sophisticated problems. Communicating technical findings is a key aspect of this role. Permanent resident (Green Card) or U.S. Citizenship required.
Key Responsibilities
* Safety
o Maintain a safe working environment
o Ensure the lab follows safety protocols
* Technical
o Method development, validation, and optimization
o Interface with customers to solve problems and communicate findings
o Deliver high quality results, conclusions, and recommendations
* Leadership
o Organizing laboratory workflow to cultivate efficiency
o Be an advocate for NMR and the Analytical group
Qualifications
Experience and Education
* A PhD is required in Chemistry, polymer science, material science, or related discipline
* Proficiency in liquids NMR and small molecule structure elucidation is required
* The ability to coordinate NMR instrumentation training, use, and care:
o Magnet care and maintenance (e.g. cryogen fills, etc.)
o Spectrometer maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting
o Hardware familiarity (e.g. probe switching)
* Familiarity with complimentary analytical tools and their applications is desirable
* A background in synthetic organic chemistry is preferred, but not required
* Consistently deliver high-quality results that meet rigorous statistical analysis
* Self-motivated problem solver who can manage projects with minimal supervision
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
o Able to write reports, give presentations, and lead discussions
o Able to work in a team as a contributor or leader
* Permanent resident (Green Card) or U.S. Citizenship required
Experience/Education
Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field. Industrial experience desirable, but not required.
PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.
PPG Industries, Inc. offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. PPG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. You may request a copy of PPG's affirmative action plan by emailing ppgaap_at_ppg.com<mailto:ppgaap_at_ppg.com>.
https://ppg.taleo.net/careersection/prof/jobdetail.ftl?job=1800000762&lang=en#.Wmyu5fTICqQ
J. Andrew Surface
NMR Spectroscopist, Senior Research Chemist
Pittsburgh Analytical, S&T
PPG
Monroeville Business and Technical Center
440 College Park Dr.
Monroeville, PA, USA, 15146
T: 724-325-5853
M: 314-827-5784
E: surface_at_ppg.com
Web: www.ppg.com<http://www.ppg.com/>
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