Senior Scientist, Product Development

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Job Title: Senior Scientist, Product Development Job Description: The Role: Our site in Ambler is seeking a R &D Scientist to join our new product development team. In this critical role , the R&D scientist is responsible for developing cost-effective, safe, and scalable synthetic routes for new chemical products. The ideal candidate will demonstrate creativity and innovation while manag ing multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. What You’ll Do : Synthesize organic ligands, and main group/ organometallic products consisting of phosphorus, silicon, and other main-group /transition metals; Quickly identify suitable routes to new targets and determine feasibility with bench-scale experiments ; Use design of experiment methodologies to effectively and efficiently generate results that lead to valid conclusions ; Understand and optimize key reaction parameters to support process development ; Work with process engineers and scientists to s upport scale-up activities , which includes addressing reaction kinetics, chemical equilibriums, materials compatibility, thermodynamics, and mixing; Document experiments and results in an electronic laboratory notebook; Prepare summary presentations for internal team meetings, business updates , and customers; Work independently and also c ollaborate with peers and on cross-functional teams to achieve long-term project objectives ; What We Seek : Organometallic/Main-group synthetic chemist with versatile skillset and an ability to learn new chemistries and methods . Ph.D. in organometallic/main-group chemistry or related discipline required ; Post doctorate in organometallic chemistry or related discipline preferred ; Strong experience with both classic and modern bench-scale organometallic synthetic chemistry techniques; Comfort and familiarity with handling air-sensitive materials ( i.e. using Schlenk lines and glove boxes); Experience interpreting complex analytical results, such as NMR, GC, GC-MS, HPLC, etc ; Independent and motivated team-player with strong interpersonal skills Excellent organizational skills and meticulous documentation habits with strong attention to detail ; Strong written and oral communication skills with experience presenting results to internal and external stakeholders; Ability to advance multiple work tasks simultaneously towards completing long-term deliverables within strict deadlines ; Outstanding Candidates Will Have : Ph.D. in organometallic/main group chemistry with 3+ years of i ndustrial experience in chem ical product development or manufacturing ; First - hand e xperience with chemical scale-up and optimization ; Experience with design of experiment (DOE) statistical methods and tools; Demonstrated strong safety record and understanding and application of H&S principles in a laboratory environment What We Offer: At Entegris, we invest in providing opportunity for our employees and promotion from within. The new hire in this role will have the potential to grow and create relationships across the organization and be recognized for demonstrated success and adherence to company PACE values. Our total rewards package goes above and beyond just a paycheck. Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or protect your wealth, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals. · Compensation: $95,000- 120,000 per year with actual pay dependent on candidates’ overall skills for the role · Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match · Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs · Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year · Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge · Education assistance to support your learning journey · Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence. Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future. At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status. #LI-BS1