Research Scientist - Process Analytical & Material Science

Universal Display Co - New Castle, DE

Full-time - Mid Level

New Castle, DE

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Research Scientist in Process Analytical & Material Science at Adesis Inc., a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation, is responsible for the development of crystallization processes for organic and organo-metallic compounds. This role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team to create scalable and efficient crystallization processes that can be transferred to manufacturing. The position requires a PhD in Chemistry and at least three years of industry experience in crystallization process development, focusing on innovative OLED research programs that will impact consumer electronics.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust, safe and scalable crystallization processes for various organic and organo-metallic compounds, specialty chemicals, and intermediates.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver efficient crystallization processes with control of version and form that can be transferred to manufacturing facility.
• Develop crystallization, precipitation or slurry wash processes for purification of intermediates.
• Apply relevant process technology to develop scalable crystallization processes.
• Apply relevant solid state analytical techniques in characterization of compounds.
• Apply DoE and QbD methods for process optimization.
• Apply PAT tools to design, analyze and control manufacturing processes.
• Identify critical process parameters which affect critical quality attributes.
• Maintain chemistry synthesis notebook(s) and batch records as applicable.
• Provide oral and written updates as requested.
• Provide written weekly updates and final synthesis reports to supervisor(s).
• Characterize compounds with little to no supervision.
• Attend all relevant safety training and follow SOPs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• PhD in Chemistry
• 3 years of industry experience in crystallization process development.
• Experience in working with Jacketed reactors.
• Proficiency and hands-on experience in solid state characterization.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid Volunteer Time Off
• Professional Development Program