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Job Description
Albemarle Corporation a global leader in advanced material for mobility energy connectivity and health is seeking an Analytical Chemist with industrial experience in Atomic Spectroscopy Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry. This role will support Research and Technology (R&T) workstreams in new products customer applications and process development focusing on the characterization of complex materials including but not limited to bromine & lithium chemical derivatives polymer catalysts & additives advanced bromine and lithium salts. The role involves interfacing with internal stakeholders collaboration within R&T and across other functions planning and executing method development activities providing thorough documentation and communicating results/findings. Excellent communication skills are important for the role. This position reports to the Analytical R&T Director and will be based at our Process Development Center in Baton Rouge Louisiana
What You Will Do
Function as a subject matter expert in Atomic Spectroscopy (i.e. ICPOES ICPMS AAS) Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (i.e. GC GC/MS LC LC/MS). Atomic Spectroscopy is a must.
Stay current on analytical technology/industry trends and mentor/train junior team members.
Develop and improve analytical methods for trace metal analysis purity assays impurity profiling characterization for raw materials process intermediates and finished products
Lead and coordinate analytical programs for new products customer applications and process development projects collaborate across R&T Manufacturing Quality Product Stewardship to ensure analytical support meets goals and standards.
Support analytical investigations on quality concerns and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions for process optimization and quality control across all product lines.
Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and ensure reliability and compliance with internal quality and safety standards document methods technical reports SOPs and investigation reports
Develop and apply a strong technical knowledge of Albemarles products.
Maintain excellence in safety health and environmental practices
What You Bring
Required:
Advanced degree in Analytical Chemistry or a related technical discipline
At least 7 years of relevant industrial experience and expertise in ICPMS ICPOES AAS LC LC/MS GC GC/MS and proficiency in analytical instrumentation software such i.e. Syngistix Mass Hunter Open Lab.
Knowledge of analytical method development validation transfer ASTM ISO and quality assurance
Strong critical thinking skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prioritize and respond on time to multiple parallel requests.
Familiar with common lab safety best practices
Ability to travel to other Albemarle sites or customer sites
Preferred:
Ph. D in Chemistry Analytical Chemistry or a related technical discipline
Experience in bromine & lithium chemical derivatives polymer catalysts & additives advanced bromine and lithium salts
Benefits of Joining Albemarle
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally.
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