SABIC Innovative Plastics US LLC
Analytical Research Chemist (Entry Level)Posted
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Job Description
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Position ID:
70234672
Org Unit:
Analytical Science Americas
Location:
Sugarland
Chemistry that Matters
A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It's all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let's explore what matters!
As one of the world's largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society's future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE portfolio. Our success is built upon the collective excellence of our 32,000 employees in 50+ countries. Our values - Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver - are the foundation of our success. To learn more about these and how we strive to Be the Impact, click here.
Our purpose is "Chemistry that Matters". This is what drives us to do what we do. "Chemistry" goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. "What Matters" is making a meaningful impact for the world - through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.
It is all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. We are mindful about the importance of the team we are building and how our team members impact to our culture. We believe that good ideas come from anywhere, being inclusive to diverse perspectives is stimulating, encourages innovation and is critical to our mission. Let us explore this together!
For an overview of our benefits here at SABIC, please visit: www.yoursabicbenefits.com
Job Summary
The Analytical Science department is part of the SABIC global Corporate Technology and Innovation (T&I) organization, with multiple locations across the globe. The analytical science organization in North America provides extensive analytical expertise in the area of advanced chromatography, spectroscopy, elemental analysis, and microscopy to support T&I programs across Strategic Business Units, delivering innovative solutions for the circular economy, in automotive, healthcare, building and construction, electronics and other markets.
We are currently looking for a skilled recent graduate or junior level professional with broad laboratory experience in general analytical chemistry areas to join our team. You will work with senior analytical staff and collaborate with product and process scientists and technologists to provide high quality analytical data to advance ongoing research projects. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining instruments and equipment in the analytical laboratory. This position requires excellent communication and effective time management skills to conduct multiple project tasks and meet timelines while paying the utmost attention to safe practices and conditions and data integrity. Working with minimal supervision, the individual should be able to multi-task within a dynamic team environment.
This job is located in Sugar Land, Texas, USA.
How You Can Be the Impact
* Perform analytical testing in chromatography, spectroscopy and relevant physical property testing to support technology, manufacturing and customer issue requests. Applying analytical chemistry/characterization skills to evaluate the composition, structure, and properties of chemical and polymeric materials.
* Provide high quality analytical data to support product and process development teams for commercialization of new technologies, optimization or enhancement of existing products or processes.
* Develop robust analytical methods and implement sampling and measurement protocols.
* Complete workload as assigned within project timelines. Operate, troubleshoot and oversee maintenance of analytical instruments. Ensure equipment availability through timely maintenance and troubleshooting. Maintain inventory of supplies and consumables. Ensure reliability and continuity of service.
* Contribute to team activities in Analytical Science organization, participate in cross-functional and global safety, quality improvement and knowledge exchange programs.
* Follow safety procedure, build and maintain high safety standards within the team. Fully participate in analytical lab safety and housekeeping duties.
Document methods and processes in accordance with EHS (Environment, health and safety) policies including SOPs (Standard Operation Procedure) and MOCs (Management of Change).
What Matters to SABIC
* Junior level analytical chemist requires BS with 3+ years' working experience, or a master's degree. A degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, physics, bioscience, materials science or other related fields is desired.
* Broad knowledge of analytical techniques in the areas of chromatography, elemental analysis, spectroscopy, wet chemistry. Demonstrated hands-on technical experience in above analytical techniques. Knowledge of characterization of petrochemical products and polymers is a plus.
* Ability to work independently on multiple projects with high enthusiasm and drive.
* Hands-on mindset with flexibility, creativity and independence.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Working knowledge of the hazards of handling chemicals, a working knowledge of MSDSs, and an understanding of wet laboratory practices and analysis.
Physical Requirements: N/A
Eligibility Requirements
* You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the "Apply Now/Apply" option on this page.
* You must be 18 years or older
* Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.
Work Availability
Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work (e.g. Monday - Friday) during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs
We are proud to be a diverse and an equal opportunity employer. We are fully committed to a culture of respect and inclusion.
Nearest Major Market: Houston
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