Polymer Analyst EAG Laboratories
Polymer Analyst EAG Laboratories
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Job Description
EAG is actively seeking a Polymer Analyst to assist in chemical testing of industrial and consumer products. Our laboratory in Maryland Heights Missouri provides organic chemistry testing specializing in investigative analytical chemistry. Examples of this include evaluating the label claims of consumer products reverse engineering pharmaceuticals/nutritional supplements contaminant identification determining sources of off odors/flavors/colors extractables and leachables of consumer electronics testing medical devices and much much more.
The Polymer group specializes in nonroutine problem solving that encompasses:
- Failure analysis in molded parts delamination of films adhesives and coating processing/curing issues chemical compatibility blisters and surface defects.
- Examples of polymeric materials we evaluate include raw materials in polymer formulations adhesives coatings molded extruded and cast components.
Case Study:
Client needs to phase transition temperature of a plastic material. Analyst receives the assignment from the manager performs sample preparation and gets it on DSC. Data is reviewed and communicated to clients. Testing can include other instruments (TGA DMA TMA pyrolysis GCMS) Opportunities to join a call with manager and client.
Examples of equipment you will use:
- Chromatography (GPC GCMS pyrolysis GCMS HPLC/LCMS)
- Spectroscopy (UVVis FTIR Raman NMR)
- Thermal analysis (DSC TGA)
- Physical properties (DMA TMA)
- Rheometer
In this position you will be responsible for:
- Applying standard and nonstandard techniques procedures and criteria to carry out a sequence of related tasks to determine the composition properties and/or structure of materials.
- Performing sample preparation.
- Recording test data providing some basic analysis and interpretations.
- Maintaining specified records of scientific data.
- Preparing reports on analytical results for customers.
- Protecting confidential information and proprietary processes.
- Handling customer materials and company equipment in a responsible and efficient manner.
- Employees are expected to comply with ISO 27001 standard and company requirements for Information security.
This role is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) therefore all accepted applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined by ITAR: U.S. Person is a U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder) Political Asylee or Refugee.
Qualifications :
- BS/MS degree in Chemistry with an emphasis in Polymer Chemistry
- 1 years of industrial or analytical testing lab experience
- Previous experience operating either a DSC TGA or GPC Instrument
- Previous knowledge of polymer characterization techniques is preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel in particular
- Excellent professional verbal and written communication skills
What would set you apart
The Ideal candidate would be able to recognize a DSC thermogram and identify transitions. They would be able to explain the purpose of TGA analysis and recognize TGA thermogram features. They would be proficient at GCMS and have experience with pyroGCMS. They would be able to recognize various polymer types and associate them with expected properties (i.e. knowing that HDPE melts at 120130C). Finally having handson experience with DMA/Rheometry would also be a big plus.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100 match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return you help us grow into a stronger more inclusive organization.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80 of the time.
- Ability to continuously operate a personal computer or lab equipment for extended periods of time 4 or more hours).
- Ability to operate a keyboard and other lab equipment use a telephone access file cabinets and other items stored at various levels including overhead
- Ability to communicate clearly and understandably ensure an accurate exchange of information in normal conversational distance over the telephone and in a group setting.
- Ability to handle small and fragile devices with tweezers and /or fingers.
- Require close distance visual acuity with or without correction (Glasses Contacts etc.
- Must be willing and able to wear PPE such as hardhat steeltoed shoes safety glasses laboratory coat and/or any other devices or equipment that is required.
- Learn new tasks remember processes maintain focus complete tasks independently make timely decisions in the context of a workflow ability to communicate with visitors ability to complete tasks in situations that have a speed or productivity quota.
- Ability to move equipment or items up to 50 lbs.
The essential physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability or special need we would like to know how we can better accommodate you.
Additional Information :
Schedule: MonFri 8am5pm
Salary is commensurate with experience and degree of technical expertise.
What Its Like to Work Here:
Teamwork: be inspired by your leaders be encouraged by your teammates and be supported in all parts of your journey while you work with us.
Learning & Development: take on career development programs and goal setting to create big possibilities for your career and life. Develop within the company; be mentored and grow as a leader.
Diversity & Authenticity: we work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Benefits & Perks to Foster Work/Life Balance:
Medical Dental and Vision Coverage
401k Company Matching
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Education Assistance
and more!
Eurofins EAG Laboratories is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation in all of our employment practices.Eurofins EAG Laboratories recruits hires trains promotes and administers all employmentrelated mattersbased onan individuals qualificationsabilitiesand efforts. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex age national origin citizenship status sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression pregnancy genetic information disability military and/or protected veteran status and/or any other category protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer
If you enjoy being immersed in science or engineering tackling problems headon finding solutions through teamwork and taking pride in accomplishments join us today!
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Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Eurofins USA Material Sciences is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
