Analytical Chemist II/III: Gas Chromatography

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.   To strengthen our team in Ann Arbor, we are looking for you as a(n) Analytical Chemist II/III: Gas Chromatography.

 

Job Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge of and lead research efforts in gas chromatography and hyphenated techniques involving gas chromatography to support business needs, generate fundamental knowledge, and support new product development
• Solve analytical challenges by communicating and interacting with a broad range of stakeholders from R&D, technical marketing, and process chemistry through technical reports, one-on-one conversations, and presentations
• Generate, organize, interpret, and report chromatographic data in support of technical projects and analytical service requests
• Develop, qualify, and validate new methods and transfer methods from other WACKER sites
• Maintain familiarity with current literature and advances in gas chromatography and related fields
• Help develop the technical capabilities of the chromatography group to meet current and future business needs and to keep state-of-the-art chromatographic capabilities, including maintenance and procurement of instrumentation
• Initiate and conduct continuous improvement initiatives to improve the quality of service and enhance the contribution of the chromatography team
• Collaborate with WACKER's global analytical organization to further enhance separation science capabilities
• Actively participate in WACKER safety programs, ensure compliance with safety procedures, and maintain good housekeeping
• Mentor and help to develop less experienced technical personnel

 

Job Qualifications

• Education: B.S. in chemistry or related disciplines required, M.S. preferred
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant industrial work experience is required
• Experience mentoring colleagues in an industrial setting for at least 2 years is preferred
• Proven expertise in field supported by technical publications and presentations
• Expertise in development and validation of gas chromatographic and hyphenated methods for analysis of small organic molecules, inorganics, and polymers
• Experience in IT and computer networking is a plus
• Considerable knowledge of laboratory safety policies and practices
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work effectively on a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of silicone chemistry preferred but not required
• Strong oral and written communication skills required
• Ability to creatively problem solve and lead investigations is required

   What do we offer?   WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.    WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.  

• Compensation and Incentive plans
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
• Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Wellbeing fund
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements
• 401(k) with company match
• Education Assistance Program
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Support for Community Involvement

  We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 25876  #LI-CE1   The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including fo