Research Specialist

Posted 21 Days Ago
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Allentown, PA
Entry level
3D Printing • Chemical
The Role
The Research Specialist conducts laboratory synthesis, analyzes samples using various techniques, designs lab equipment, participates in safety programs, and prepares reports on experimental results.
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What we offer

Explore a world of opportunities with us. Look ahead with us and help shape innovative solutions to make our world more sustainable and life healthier, more vibrant and more comfortable. At Evonik, you have the chance to explore, thrive, and grow alongside 33,000 colleagues. Among attractive career paths and high-quality development programs, we not only offer performance-based remuneration and occupational health benefits but also hybrid and flexible working environments with #SmartWork. Bring your fresh perspective, develop your strengths, break out your mold, and find a career that fits your dreams with us.

Click on the link below to learn what our employees have to say about Evonik:
https://careers.evonik.com/en/about/meet-the-team/

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Laboratory synthesis in support of new product development, cost reduction and optimization projects.  Able to work with a lead researcher to design and execute experimental programs.  Skilled in the operation of a variety of types of equipment and has understanding of the critical aspects of each type of experiment to ensure meaningful results.  Work focuses on reaction fundamentals, operating limit determinations and separations. 
  • Analysis of laboratory and plant samples using various techniques including but not limited to chromatography, spectroscopy, rheology and titrations. Shares knowledge of specific expertise with other colleagues to advance overall competency of the technology team.
  • Design and mechanical construction of complex or non-standard types of laboratory setups and equipment.  Can also include specification and procurement of components such as flow controllers, pumps, baths, etc.  May have responsibility for maintenance and operation of multiple pieces of equipment or lab systems.  Interfaces with vendors and contractors to execute lab projects.
  • Assisting with plant trials at manufacturing locations to help with technology transfer
    Effective communication and documentation of laboratory results, collection of lab data, some basic calculations and interpretation of results from technical experimentation.  Preparation of summary reports.
  • Active participation in lab safety program including training, laboratory inspections, job safety analysis, identification of hazard potentials and task observations.  Lead or participate in a the site safety subcommittees or assume responsibility for a specific safety program or task.  Writes safe work practices and participates in or leads design hazard reviews and management of change reviews.  Follows Evonik site safety policies scrupulously and maintains an accurate chemical inventory.  Owns the lab safety documentation and management of one or more process research laboratory units.

REQUIREMENTS

  • BS or Associates degree in Chemistry or similar field
  • Industrial Experience working in a chemical laboratory environment involving organic or polymer synthesis preferred.  Experience handling high pressure systems and catalysts is a plus.
  • Good verbal and written communications skills.
  • Proficiency with standard software (Word, Excel, Powerpoint).
  • Experienced in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of all the basic analytical tools used in the team's projects.  Can adjust analytical methods to ensure meaningful and accurate data.
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds of lab equipment or pails of material.    

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach.  Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations. 

Your Application
 

To ensure that your application is proceeded as quickly as possible and to protect the environment, please apply online via our careers portal. Further information about Evonik as Employer can be found at https://careers.evonik.com

Please address your application to the Talent Acquisition Manager, stating your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations.

Your Talent Acquisition Manager:

Michelle Rush [C]

Company is

Evonik Corporation

Top Skills

Chromatography
Excel
PowerPoint
Rheology
Spectroscopy
Titrations
Word
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The Company
HQ: Essen
13,812 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2007

What We Do

Evonik is one of the world’s leading specialty chemicals companies. While we don’t produce electric cars, aircraft, medications or 3D printers, Evonik is part and parcel of these and many other end products. That’s because we contribute the small things that make a big difference. We make electric car batteries perform better, aircraft greener, medications more effective and 3D printers more efficient. In short: We think beyond the bounds of chemistry to make the world a better place. Today and tomorrow. We are an international group with a workforce of over 32,000 people spread across more than one hundred locations. Our daily work is shaped by global concerns, such as sustainability, diversity and digitalization. In all our business decisions, we take the present and future generations into consideration. After all, being ready for tomorrow is our business.

Interested in joining our global team? Our wide range of opportunities extends from creative and innovative research through international management all the way to production. Whether you’re studying, starting out in your career or a seasoned professional, come help us make the world a better place. For more information about careers at Evonik, go to:
www.careers.evonik.com. #HumanChemistry

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