Senior Analytical Scientist at Gelest

Leveraging advanced ICP-MS expertise, the Senior Analytical Scientist will generate high-quality, reliable analytical data, evaluate new technologies and methodologies, and serve as a key technical resource for trace elemental characterization. The role will collaborate closely with R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, and Commercial teams to support product quality, process improvements, regulatory requirements, and broader business objectives.

While experience with additional analytical techniques is valuable, demonstrated hands-on expertise with ICP-MS instrumentation, method development, troubleshooting, trace elemental analysis, and cleanroom operations is a primary technical requirement and focus of this position.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Develop, optimize, validate, transfer, and maintain analytical methods to support research, product development, manufacturing, quality control, and customer projects.

• Generate high-quality analytical data and technical reports using a variety of analytical techniques and instrumentation.

• Lead analytical investigations, root cause analyses, and troubleshooting efforts related to products, processes, instrumentation, and customer concerns.

• Evaluate, recommend, and implement new analytical technologies, instrumentation, methodologies, and best practices to expand organizational capabilities.

• Maintain analytical instrumentation and coordinate calibration, qualification, preventive maintenance, and service activities to ensure reliable operation and data quality.

• Prepare, review, and maintain SOPs, test methods, validation protocols, technical reports, and laboratory documentation.

• Collaborate with internal and external partners, including universities, contract laboratories, vendors, and customers, to support analytical projects and technical initiatives.

• Provide technical expertise and recommendations to support product development, manufacturing investigations, quality initiatives, customer requests, and regulatory activities.

• Support transfer of analytical methods from development to routine quality control and manufacturing laboratories.

• Train and mentor scientists, chemists, and laboratory personnel on analytical methodologies, instrumentation, data interpretation, and laboratory best practices.

• Support regulatory compliance initiatives, product stewardship activities, product registrations, and SDS generation through analytical testing and documentation.

• Communicate technical results effectively through presentations, reports, scientific publications, and technical seminars.

• Present project updates and recommendations to senior management and cross-functional teams.

• Support customer-specific analytical requests, including non-routine characterization, failure analysis, and technical problem solving.

• Participate in laboratory continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, data integrity, and operational excellence.

SPECIAL FEATURES:

• Recognized technical expert in one or more analytical disciplines.

• Works independently with minimal supervision.

• Leads technically complex investigations and projects.

• Interfaces directly with customers, suppliers, technical partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.

• Supports strategic analytical capability development within the organization.

KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Hands-on experience with multiple advanced analytical techniques is preferred, including but not limited to:

• ICP-MS

• ICP-OES

• LC-MS

• GC-MS

• NMR

• FTIR

• Raman Spectroscopy

• XPS

• GPC/SEC

• Ion Chromatography

• Thermal Analysis (TGA, DSC)

• UV-Vis Spectroscopy

• Surface and materials characterization techniques

• Specialized expertise in trace elemental analysis, semiconductor materials, high-purity chemicals, or cleanroom-based analytical operations is desirable but not required.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

• Strong organizational and project management skills.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

• Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.

• Effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.

• Ability to communicate technical information to scientific and non-scientific audiences.

• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or related scientific discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years of industrial analytical chemistry experience; advanced degree may be considered in lieu of a portion of experience.

• Demonstrated experience supporting R&D, manufacturing, quality, or product development activities.

• Experience with analytical method development, validation, and technology transfer preferred.

• Experience in chemical, materials, specialty chemicals, semiconductor, or advanced materials industries preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.

• Must be able to work safely in laboratory environments and utilize required personal protective equipment.

• May require occasional work in controlled laboratory environments including cleanrooms or pilot-scale facilities.

Gelest, located in Morrisville, PA—conveniently accessible from Interstate 95, Route 1, and the PA/NJ Turnpikes—offers a rewarding career with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and optional supplemental plans for employees and their families
• 401(k) with a competitive company match
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus
• Company-provided uniforms, safety boots, and PPE

The salary range for this position is $100k to $150k. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.