Materials Characterization Analytical Scientist

Job Summary

Materials Characterization Analytical Scientist – Newark, DE

Reports to the Leveraged Analytical Technology Manager. Supports collaborative research projects and business‑critical product/process investigations at the Chemours Discovery Hub.

• Drive creative and integrated analytical solutions for internal and external requestors.
• Participate in experimental design and execution.
• Process, review, and interpret experimental results and optimize methodologies.
• Provide contextual understanding of analytical results using process chemistry knowledge.
• Adapt new methodologies to current projects.
• Safely operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Generate analytical reports to meet R&D needs and product registration requirements.
• Effectively communicate results to the Chemours R&D community.
• Work independently and with cross‑functional teams.
• Formulate work plans and manage/prioritize daily workflow.

• BSc in Chemistry (or closely related field).
• 0–2+ years of experience.
• Experience with general laboratory manipulations, including analytical sample preparation.
• Experience with XRF, TGA, NMR, and FTIR analytical technologies.
• Ability to accomplish tasks independently with minimal guidance.
• Ability to meet challenging deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Commitment to safe operations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Graduate degree in Chemistry (or related field).
• 0–2+ years of experience.
• Experience with additional spectroscopic techniques – Raman, UV‑Vis.
• Experience with particle sizing techniques – DLS, MALS.
• Experience with additional thermal and mechanical techniques – DSC, DMA, viscometry.
• Experience with advanced processing and analysis of analytical data, including statistical analysis.
• Data analytics training or equivalent certification.

• Pay Range: $73,947 – $115,542 (local currency).
• Annual bonus target: 6%.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• 401(k) match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Commuter benefits.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Strong inclusion and diversity initiatives.
• Company‑paid volunteer day.

Chemours is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non‑discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws. Chemours is an E‑Verify employer.

Immigration sponsorship (H‑1B, F‑1 OPT, TN, or other non‑immigrant status) is not currently available for this position.