Chemist - Chemical, Polymer synthesis chemistry / Jurong Island

As part of the technical services team, the Chemist is responsible for managing and controlling the lab polymerization facilities. They need to design and optimize for creating polymer materials and support the production processes such as scale-up, troubleshooting, and improvement.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in chemical engineering, Polymer synthesis chemistry, or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of relevant working experience – Chemist.
• Understand the hazards of materials from SDS + Singapore regulation.
• Basic knowledge and practical experience for chemical experiments.
• In-depth knowledge of polymerization mechanism and kinetics.
• Expertise in polymer characterization evaluation techniques.
• Operate spectroscopy, chromatography, and thermal analysis.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data.

Job Description / Responsibilities:

Development:

• Design and synthesize new polymers with desired properties for various applications.
• Conduct experiments to understand the relationship between polymer structure and its physical and chemical characteristics.
• Analyze and interpret data from various techniques like spectroscopy, chromatography, and thermal analysis to characterize polymers.

Polymer Production and Processing:

• Develop and optimize production processes with productivity and cost-effectiveness.
• Troubleshoot issues arising during mass production and suggest solutions.
• Collaborate with related departments to ensure smooth integration of new polymers into existing production lines.

Material Characterization and Testing:

• Perform various tests to evaluate the mechanical, thermal, electrical, and other properties of polymers.
• Make judgments on the suitability of polymers for specific applications based on test results.
• Modify polymer formulation based on performance needs.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Document research findings and experimental procedures in clear and concise reports.
• Present research results to colleagues, management, or external audiences.
• Collaborate effectively with related parties to achieve project goals and resolve issues.
• Support training for new products/process modifications for related parties.
• Train new staff in basic laboratory knowledge.

Laboratory Management:

• Ensure safe operation and upkeep of 5S in the laboratory.
• Train new lab staff.
• Plan and schedule lab work.
• Manage equipment and spare parts.
• Maintain chemical inventory.

Other Information:

• Work Location: Jurong Island (Company Transport provided at Lakeside and Jurong East MRT)
• Working Hours: 5 days work week, Monday to Friday from 8:00 am - 4:45 pm.
• Salary Range: 2,900 to 4,600 + $220 Site Allowance + $75 Transport Allowance + 13th month AWS + Variable Bonus of 2-3-4 months.

Interested candidates with the above relevant experience kindly send in your resume. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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EA Registration No. R1110882 (Lee Ming Er)