Analytical Scientist – Polymer Microscopy (SEM/EDS)

About the LG Chem Family of Companies

With 50,000 patents, 20,000 employees and 58 locations worldwide, LG Chem is one of the largest sciences and chemical companies in the world. With its rapid growth, LG Chem endeavors to become a ‘Global Top 5 Chemical Company’ with a balanced business portfolio that has a competitive advantage across the globe, including business divisions in petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries.

LG Chem is a leading chemical company in Korea that has continuously achieved growth through relentless challenges and innovation since its establishment in 1947. From the infrangible facial cream lid to the worlds most advanced batteries, LG Chem has turned dreams into reality and enriched our lives for 70 years. Building upon a balanced and globally competitive business portfolio, LG Chem manufactures a wide range of products from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials such as cathodes, as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers.

Beyond a chemical company, LG Chem will become a leading science-oriented corporation that creates value for our customers and is committed to reaching carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 by managing the impacts of climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains.

LG Chem is growing and we are searching for an Analytical Scientist to join our team in our newly opened Customer Solutions Center in Ravenna, OH. Ideal candidates will have an advanced degree in chemistry, physics, polymer science, chemical engineering, polymer engineering, etc. The incoming will work directly with internal LG Chem team members and external clients in the Automotive, Home Appliance and Consumer Product industries. This position requires experience on Polymer Microscopy (SEM/EDS) and sample preparaton (etching, microtome, etc) and is based in Ravenna, OH.

Responsibilities, Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

• Design and coordinate analytical experiments independently
• Conduct analysis, interpret and report results
• Prepare samples and standards
• Set up, operate, maintain, calibrate, optimize and troubleshoot a variety of laboratory equipment
• Document standard operating procedures, analysis methods, etc
• Validate, update and record analytical methods
• Develop new methods
• Work multiple projects simultaneously with a sense of urgency
• Manage laboratories including ordering lab supplies, chemicals and gases
• Conduct safety activities and prepare required documents
• Assist with waste disposal
• Sample handling and shipping
• Collaborate across TS&D, Production, EHS, R&D, etc
• Suggest analytical problem-solving methods to internal/external colleagues
• Participate in internal/external meetings
• Mentor, train and guide less experienced colleagues in the instrumental analysis
• Communicate and collaborate with HQ and other sites of LG Chem
• Network with the external scientific, technical and regulatory community
• Coordinate external analytical support

Minimum Qualifications/What We Need to See

Education: Master or advanced degrees in relevant fields such as chemistry, physics, polymer science, chemical engineering, polymer engineering, etc.

Requirements:

• Experience on Polymer Microscopy (SEM/EDS) and sample preparation (etching, microtome, ETC)
• Experience in troubleshooting, maintaining, and calibrating analytical instruments
• Understanding chemical safety
• Strong communication and coordination skill
• Willingness to learn, self-development
• MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint Skills

Preferred:

• Analytical chemistry laboratory or chemistry/polymer industry experience
• Experience on Spectroscopy (IR, Raman, NMR), Thermal analysis (DSC, Hypenated-TGA)
• Standard testing (e.g. ASTM, ISO) experience
• Programming and/or software skills for data analysis (e.g. curve fitting), statistical analysis, automation.