Senior Analytical Chemist
| Company | 3M |
|---|---|
| Location | Woodbury, MN, USA |
| Salary | $122292 – $149468 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD |
| Experience Level | Senior |
Requirements
- Possess a PhD degree (completed and verified prior to start) in chemistry, organic chemistry, chemical engineering, or Microbiology from an accredited university plus two (2) years of experience in laboratory research in a private, public, government or military environment. This can include experience earned through a PhD program.
- OR Masters degree with at least 4 years laboratory experience
- OR Bachelors degree (completed and verified prior to start) with at least 6 years of laboratory experience.
- AND Experience with Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectroscopy, especially in method development.
Responsibilities
- Providing analytical chemistry measurements for 3M corporate research laboratories and divisions
- Conducting analytical testing of 3M materials and products using chromatography techniques
- Preparing samples, operating analytical instruments, and documenting test results
- Leveraging and developing new and existing analytical techniques and methods to drive 3M advancements in science through GC analysis.
- Collaborating with a cross-functional team to develop innovative solutions.
- Applying knowledge of chemistry or chemical engineering to solve complex problems.
- Strengthening 3M’s proprietary position through development of intellectual property.
- Collaborating with global, multi-disciplinary teams to identify and implement new solutions toward customer applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience either direct or through collaborations utilizing or developing data analytics tools
- Experience either direct or through collaborations utilizing laboratory automation tools
- Experience / proficiency in Python, Databricks, SQL, etc..
- Experience with routine preventative maintenance tasks for GC instruments. Not afraid to be ‘hands on’ with the hardware.