Senior Analytical Chemist

Education and Experience

·       5+years of direct, relevant experience within the chromatography analysis space, preferably in the chemical/plastics industry, with the ability to interact, present and influence cross functionally and globally both internally and externally with customers.

·       Demonstrated cross functional experience that includes environmental, health and safety, Design of Experiment (DOE), research and technical writing.

·       PhD in analytical chemistry or related fields is preferred; masters in comparable fields is required.

Additional Qualifications

·       Strong working knowledge of chromatography (GC, LC, GPC, ICP) and associated connections to materials science and polymer chemistry and additiives

·       Demonstrated ability to work independently with little or no direction.

·       Excellent communication and team building skills.

·       Project management experience.

·       Strong computer and analytical skills combined with the ability to manage and synthesize large amounts of data.

·       Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office software and have working knowledge SAP applications.

Competencies

·       Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self.  Additionally, management positions focus on Leadership Competencies as a Leader of Others and/or a Leader of the Business.  These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development.

Physical Demands

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical and environmental demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

·       Requires remaining in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time, and frequent communication.

·       Must be able to traverse and operate computer and other office equipment.

·       Typical work is in an office environment where the noise level is low to moderate.

EH&S Requirements

·       Avient integrates safety into all aspects of our operations. Each position at Avient is responsible for complying with all applicable environmental, health and safety requirements. Additionally, employees and management are responsible for reporting all EH&S incidents immediately to ensure we keep safety a priority within the organization.

Avient Corporation is a drug free workplace.  Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.