Process/Analytical Chemist Job in Marlborough 01752, Massachusetts US
Company Overview:
Xtalic Corporation, a dynamic, growing Boston-area company, develops commercial electroplating processes based on Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)-developed nanotechnology. Xtalic creates performance breakthroughs using our proprietary Dynamic Nanostructure Control™ to custom tailor unique metal alloys to deliver new levels of performance, reduce use of high cost raw materials and replace toxic or unsafe materials.
Position Overview:
Xtalic Corporation is recruiting for a Process/Analytical Chemist for our Marlborough, Massachusetts facility. We are seeking an experienced, results-oriented individual with experience in quantitative chemical analysis to join our products and applications development team.
Job Responsibilities:
· Analytical method development and optimization
· Quality control of raw materials and chemical products
· Customer-driven troubleshooting investigations
· Quantitative chemical analysis of customer and internal samples
· Participation in project planning, execution, and review
· Execution of work in a timely, organized, and well-documented manner
· Maintenance of chemicals and laboratory supplies
Specific Skills Required:
· Working knowledge of analytical, inorganic, or transition-metal chemistry
· Experience in both wet quantitative chemical analysis and instrumental techniques is preferred, which can include: titration, extraction, column- or thin-layer chromatography, UV-vis, AA, ICP-OES, ICP-MS, GC, GC-MS, IR, Raman, HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, X-ray methods, or electroanalytical methods
· Understanding of statistics and errors in chemical measurement systems
· Interest in characterizing electro-deposited coatings in terms of their composition, thickness, hardness, corrosion- and wear-resistance using a variety of techniques
· Ability to communicate effectively when required to train new users of the technology
Education/Experience:
· 1-3 year laboratory experience minimum
· BS degree (Chemistry or a related field)
· Excellent communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal skills
Compensation for this position will be market-competitive, and will include salary and equity. Xtalic also offers a complete set of benefits including top tier health dental insurance; flex spending plans, and a 401k.