Senior Technical Associate - Vespel® R&d

DuPont

Wilmington, DE, US
Not specified (assumed on-site based on laboratory environment).
B.s. degree in chemistry or chemical engineering
Experience with pilot-scale polymerization
Handling drum quantities of flammable materials
DuPont is seeking a Senior Technical Associate for its Vespel® R&D team in Wilmington, DE. The position involves hands-on polymer research and development, requiring strong laboratory skills and a collaborative mindset

Job Summary

  • The Senior Technical Associate will support pilot-scale polymerization and laboratory research within a collaborative, safety-focused environment.
  • Key responsibilities include independently conducting organic reactions, manufacturing polymer parts, and characterizing structure using advanced analytical techniques.
  • This role requires adherence to strict safety policies including Process Safety Management (PSM) and coordination of external laboratory testing.

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DuPont is seeking a Senior Technical Associate for its Vespel® R&D team in Wilmington, DE. The position involves hands-on polymer research and development, requiring strong laboratory skills and a collaborative mindset.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • B.S. degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
  • Experience with pilot-scale polymerization
  • Handling drum quantities of flammable materials
  • Proficiency with NMR and IR spectroscopy
  • Operating DSC, TGA, DMA, and tensile testing instruments

Nice-to-have

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently
  • Effective communication for team presentations
  • Troubleshooting and calibration experience
  • Experience with Windows-based computer systems

Key Requirements

  • U.S. person status required due to export-controlled technology
  • Prior experience with pilot-scale polymerization preferred
  • Familiarity with polymer characterization techniques preferred

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen, permanent resident, or protected individual

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