Scientist - Intertek USA Inc

Intertek is searching for a Scientist to join our Chemicals & Pharmaceuticalsteam in our Trexlertown, PA office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in Chemical Analysis/NMR Spectroscopy!

The Scientist is responsible for leading projects that enable clients to understand the chemical and thermal properties of their materials, especially polymers. The candidate will utilize NMR spectroscopy to determine molecular identity and structure of materials to help create solutions for client problems. The individual performing this role also has a key responsibility with communication. The individual must communicate clearly and effectively with his/her colleagues and internal and external clients.

What you'll do:

• Collaborates with members of the organic analysis and other teams to solve problems for clients using NMR
• Analyzes wide variety of materials including polymers, organic molecules, and complete unknowns
• Uses NMR to determine identity and structure of materials
• Designs experiments, collects and interprets data, authors, and issues formal reports
• Able to distinguish good measurements from poor ones, identify appropriate next steps, and modify methods to produce accurate results
• Ensures compliance of company/client SOP, protocols, safety policies, methods, or other procedures with government rules and regulations

• BS in Chemistry or related field with 5+ years industrial experience in NMR or Ph.D. with direct research experience relating to NMR
• Working knowledge of the fundamentals of NMR
• Demonstrated ability to apply chemical and analytical knowledge and experience to a broad range of materials for non-standard analysis. Must be able to think beyond standard analytical approaches
• Excellent organization/multitasking, project management, and communication skills
• Excellent teamwork ability to integrate expertise into multi-technique solutions to complex problems

Intertek is a world leader in the $250 billion Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do .

What we have to offer:
When Working with Intertek , you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

#LI-DNIIntertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life.