Advanced Research Chemist

Advanced Research Chemist

Job Requisition

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company's innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables.

As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA.

The Corporate Analytical Division (CAD) is seeking a highly motivated Chemist specializing in Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) to join the Spectrometry Applications Laboratory (SAL) in Kingsport, TN. This role supports R&D programs, manufacturing, and technical service initiatives through advanced analytical capabilities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing NMR-based analytical methods while ensuring efficient laboratory operations and strong engagement with internal stakeholders.

• Serve as a role model for safety, actively engaging coworkers and participating in division and group safety programs.
• Perform routine and specialized NMR analytical testing to support research & development, applications development, technical services, and manufacturing.
• Design and execute NMR studies, analyze and interpret data, and identify results requiring further investigation.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to design analytical approaches, interpret results, and develop nonstandard testing methods as needed.
• Manage multiple projects with varying priorities and timelines, working independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate strong project management skills, including setting expectations, defining milestones, and driving execution.
• Maintain an open-access laboratory environment and provide training and technical guidance to other scientists.
• Monitor and assess instrument performance and reliability, identify improvement opportunities, and lead continuous improvement efforts.
• Prepare technical reports to document analytical results and project outcomes.
• Write, review, and approve test methods and job aids for NMR instrumentation and techniques.
• Mentor and train chemists and technicians as needed.

Educational Requirements:

• PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related physical science preferred; BS or MS with 5+ years of relevant experience will also be considered.

Candidate should possess:

• Proven experience in structure elucidation using solution-state NMR spectroscopy
• Experience developing new experimental designs, including exploration of emerging NMR technologies and techniques
• Strong foundation in structural organic chemistry
• Proficiency with NMR acquisition and data analysis software
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot instrumentation and technical issues
• Strong collaborator and team-oriented mindset, with the ability to work across organizational boundaries
• Innovative, creative thinker with sound scientific judgment and a willingness to take calculated risks
• Ability to manage both short-term and long-term analytical needs while meeting deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with complementary analytical techniques such as LC-MS, IR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy

• Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.

• Comprehensive medical, prescription-drug, and dental coverage paired with a Health Savings Account option to help you save tax-free dollars for care today or in the future.
• A robust menu of voluntary benefits—including vision, optional life, critical-illness protection, and more—so you…