Now hiring! Analytical Associate Chemist

New Providence, NJ

Pay Range: $60,000 - $80,000

We are looking for an Analytical Associate Chemist to join our Chemetall team in New Providence, NJ.

New finish, Proven expertise. Bolder ambition.

If you're someone who inspires others, owns their impact, and wants to elevate what they do, you'll fit right in.

Until July 1, our business was part of BASF. As part of the current transition, all job listings and the application process are still hosted on the BASF platform and therefore fully presented in BASF branding. Please do not be confused by this: All roles are positions at Surventis, and your application will be submitted to us.

At Surventis, we go beyond the surface - in everything we do. We put customers at the center, think one step ahead, and develop solutions that create real value and lasting partnerships.  We inspire each other to think further, take ownership of our work, and constantly push to elevate what's possible. If you bring your full self, challenge the obvious answer, and want to grow with a team that means it - this is your place.

Surventis/Chemetall, is the Surface Treatment global business unit of Surventis Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, and a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide. At Surventis/Chemetall, we develop and manufacture tailor-made technology and system solutions for applied surface technology. Our products protect metals from corrosion, facilitate forming and treatment, prepare parts optimally for the painting process and ensure excellent coating adhesion. Our technologies and products are used in a variety of industries and end markets such as automotive, aerospace, aluminum finishing and metal forming. 

The chemical treatment of metal surfaces is Surventis/Chemetall core competence. The focus of our worldwide activities is on the development and implementation of customized technology and system solutions for surface treatment.

This position will perform routine testing and provide analytical support for the Corporation. The ideal candidate will complete any special projects as requested by the Analytical Specialist.

As an Analytical Associate Chemist, you will...

• Perform required analytical tests on customer’s samples from the field
• Perform requested testing on samples submitted by team leaders
• Write clear, concise lab reports on work completed, making appropriate recommendations with the assistance of the Analytical Specialist and other technical resources
• Learn operation and maintenance of all analytical instrumentation; assist in troubleshooting problems when required
• Maintain supplies for all analytical requirements in accordance with Chemetall/Surventis quality system
• Maintain calibration and validation equipment log for lab instrumentation
• Work with Technical Service and support manager to log in solution analysis projects daily; responsible for maintaining these logs for the New Providence Lab
• Prepare and present seminars or lectures to the department on analytical topics
• Work with analytical team members to develop new test procedures as required
• Continuously upgrade technical skills by working in the laboratories and consulting with other technical personnel, staying abreast of technical developments in the field, reading journals, and learning new methods of analysis
• Attend industry seminars and in-house seminars to keep current with new technologies
• Polish written and verbal communication with technical and business stakeholders
• Continue to improve computer skills and learn new digitalization tools
• Work in the analytical laboratory in a safe and clean manner
• Maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with Chemetall/Surventis quality system
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of analytical supplies
• Support supplemental processes such as Environmental Health and Safety, Quality and DE&I

If you have...

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Eng or related Science is required
• 0-3 years of experience
• Strong analytical/computer skills required
• Strong verbal/written skills required
• Experience in data science and/or LIMS preferred

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Pay transparency

Surventis is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $60,000 - $80,000. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.