Applications Scientist I

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We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

• Provide data from customer and internal samples, using various equipment and instruments to gather data
• Perform testing on industrial lubricants, industrial cleaners, and conversion coating samples. Perform, pH, conductivity determination, wet chemical tests, IC, FTIR, viscosity, Karl Fisher Water, and other tests as needed.
• Adhere to lab safety protocol, conduct other testing as required. Sample log in, report writing and data compilation skills also necessary.
• ​Perform pH, Viscosity, Oxidation, Karl Fisher, EDXRF, corrosion, and wet chemical tests on various products.
• Maintain work order turnaround within the metrics established for assigned testing.
• Maintain and keeps logs for equipment certification, calibration, maintenance, and relevant standards.
• Practice good lab procedures while focused on safety protocols.
• Effectively prepare reports interpreting data gathered for customers.
• Provide concise data for raw material evaluation and comparison and prepare reports interpreting results.
• Develop methods for testing and identification of specific chemicals, ions, or mixtures, as requested.
• Assist with sample receiving and distribution.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.

MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Technical, associates, or college degree in chemistry, life science or related field required.
• 1+ years’ experience in analytical, microbiological, or scientific laboratory preferred.
• Experience with instrumentation and database management software preferred.
• ·Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.