Chemist

Alexium, Inc (alexiuminternational.com), located in Greer, South Carolina, is a performance materials company leveraging proprietary technical innovations to deliver thermal regulation, dehumidification, and flame-retardant solutions. We are small, growth-focused company seeking to hire a Chemist to assist with research on novel synthetic methods for material science applications. If you value teamwork, professional growth, and desire to work in a top flight lab, this is an excellent opportunity.

Position is located at our headquarters in Greer, SC with a full time schedule of 8am to 5pm. We offer an attractive total compensation package including eligibility for cash bonuses, stock appreciation rights, a matching 401(k) plan, and insurance programs.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Performs synthetic reactions in a bench-scale and kilo-scale laboratory for pre-production process development
• Develop and optimize synthetic methods to synthesize compounds in support of new product development
• Purify the products of multiple-step syntheses on gram to kilogram reaction scales.
• Characterize the products of chemical reactions using appropriate instrumentation including, but not limited to IR spectroscopy, DSC, TGA and particle size analysis.
• Collects experimental data, interprets test results, and develops test methods/protocols as necessary
• Authors data summary reports and regular project updates to be shared amongst multi-functional teams including sales, business development, research, and possibly end customers.
• Maintains thorough and reproducible laboratory records
• Provides technical and quality control support for current and new production at toll-manufacturing sites

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biology. Advanced degree unnecessary.
• 2-3 years related research and development experience in a laboratory setting is desired. Those who do not have this level of experience may be hired at the Lab Technician level with promotion opportunity.
• Experience with organic/polymer synthesis is preferred
• Experience with IR, UV-Vis, DLS, DSC, TGA is preferred
• Able to commute daily to office in Greer. Local candidates only.
• Authorized to work in the United States

Alexium, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• Describe your experience with IR, UV-Vis, DLS, DSC, TGA IR spectroscopes and particle size analysis.
• This position is in Greer, SC. Can you commute reliably to this location?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• organic/polymer synthesis: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road