Analytical Polymer Chemist

Post Date

Mar 10, 2025

Location

Raritan,
New Jersey

ZIP/Postal Code

08869
US
May 14, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

QA

Req #

NNJ-767740

Pay Rate

$31 - $39 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

A large life sciences client of ours is looking for an analytical polymer chemist to join an analytical characterization group within the company's R&D organization. This individual will be responsible for performing gel permeation chromatography (GPC) and inherent viscosity (IV) analysis of various polymer products and HPLC analysis of small organic compounds, additives, degradation products and impurities in complex polymer matrices. This position will entail the development and validation of analytical methods and this individual is responsible for maintaining good documentation and lab notebooks. 70% of his role is lab based (hands-on) and 30% is documentation.

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Required Skills & Experience

-PhD in Chemistry or related scientific discipline or MS Degree with 3+ years of industry experience
-Education or industry experience in polymer required
-In-depth understanding and hands-on experience of GPC, HPLC and other chromatographic
-Technical writing skills, effective communication and interpersonal/teamwork skills
Proficiency in spreadsheet and word processing
-GCP Experience

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

-Separation techniques
-Empower 3 software is preferred
-Experience with test method development and validation experience is preferred
-Prior experience working in an analytical laboratory environment in a regulated industry (i.e., Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Biotech, Chemical, etc.) is preferred

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.