If interested, Please submit a cover letter and resume to
Dino.Sherwood_at_wacker.com
Job Overview:
Wacker Chemical Corporation has an opening for a BS/MS level spectroscopy
specialist in its Analytical Services Laboratory located in Adrian, MI. The
primary focus of the job will be in QA testing and chemicals and polymer
characterization in collaboration with manufacturing/supply chain and
technical development groups. Apart from a strong theoretical and practical
knowledge of NMR and FT-IR spectroscopy, a strong background and interest in
organic, polymer, and analytical chemistry is required. In addition to this,
the job will also require broad problem-solving capabilities through the use
of other analytical techniques (GPC, GC-MS, HPLC, Rheology, DCS/TGA, Wet
Chem, etc…). Projects will be both in R&D and manufacturing environments.
This role has a strong "hands-on" component. The applicant will need to be
capable of managing multiple projects in parallel. Local and global team
work with research colleagues is a critical component of the job.
Requirements
A BS/MS Degree in Chemistry with a strong background and passion in
Molecular Spectroscopy (NMR, FT-IR).
A strong interest in organic, polymer, and analytical chemistry.
Interest in industrial chemistry and problem solving.
Specialization in NMR with at least 4 years of practical experience.
Interest in technical development and project support across multiple
businesses.
Self-driven personality and strong interpersonal skills. The candidate must
be keen to collaborate with internal clients to deliver effective solutions.
Strong team player in local and global teams.
Initiative and leadership in project management
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including technical writing
and presenting.
Knowledge of German is not mandatory but desired
Received on Mon Oct 04 2010 - 10:23:16 MST