Analytical Laboratory Scientist, Digital Printing

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers

DuPont Electronics & Industrial business has an opening for an Analytical Laboratory Scientist to join the Digital Printing Organization. The Digital Printing business is responsible for supplying aqueous inks for printing on both textiles & commercial packages. The opening is within our Research & Development (R&D) organization, a team that designs, makes, tests, and qualifies next-generation digital inks for new customers within the industry. The analytical laboratory supports the R&D, Manufacturing Technology (MT) and Quality organizations, and plays a crucial role in the qualification, detection, quantification and troubleshooting of our raw materials, products, and intermediates.

The Analytical Laboratory Scientist is expected to prepare samples, operate and maintain equipment, manipulate software and run analysis, document and communicate analytical results. It has long been regarded that the Analytical Laboratory Scientist in the analytical lab to be cross trained on all equipment. Although individuals may be a point person on an instrument, the expectation is that individuals are fully capable to run and maintain all equipment in the lab. The complexity of tests performed, the level of judgment needed, and the amount of responsibility workers assume lends to a self-motivated person with an appropriate level of analytical expertise. Time management, multitasking and diligence are essential skills for this role as this team supports many customers, both internal and external. The applicant will work alongside of a team of scientists and will have the opportunity to learn about ink design, formulation, the ink jetting process, and characterizing end use properties of an ink in addition to the core responsibilities of the role.

Responsibilities:

• Work full-time in a laboratory setting alongside a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians

• Responsible for performing tests in a lab environment based on established test methods, as well as working in tandem with engineers and chemists to perform custom testing as needed

• Compile results, conduct analyses, and report the results in a timely manner

• Maintain laboratory instruments and equipment

• Provide and maintain a safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams and by conducting laboratory or plant safety audits

• Draft & maintain proper safety documentation ensure compliance with Dupont safety standards

• Engage with the broader team of scientists to discuss test results & ensure we are gaining valuable information that establishes a competitive advantage of our products

• Perform day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork

• Maintenance and checks or calibrations of lab instruments, in-house repair where possible

• Responsible for scheduling of yearly instrument PMs

• Assisting experimenters and MT with in-process samples and plant raw material approvals

• Perform Gage R&R studies on equipment and methods across multiple sites and functions

• Order and inventory materials to maintain supplies

• Commitment to safety

Qualifications:

• BS degree in Chemistry or related science field

• Unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S.

• Experience working in a laboratory setting with analytical equipment

• Proven experience conducting physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative or quantitative analyses on dispersion and polymer

• Proficient in Excel and other Microsoft Office programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with set up, conduct tests and analyses with the following instruments:

  • Nanotrac Particle Size Analyzer

  • Accusizer

  • Oversized Particle Size Analyzer

  • Contact Angle unit

  • Surface Tensiometer

  • Microscopy

  • ICP

Job Information:

The position is in Wilmington, DE at the DuPont Experimental Station. The successful applicant will be under the direct supervision of Technical Manager. Day to day work will take place on-site in our analytical laboratory.

Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us!

We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate(1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.

(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement.

DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.