XploSafe is seeking an entry level Ph.D. Inorganic Chemist. The successful candidate will utilize inorganic chemistry expertise to develop new reagents, sorbents and devices applicable to detection, sorption and neutralization of target compounds. Responsibilities will include the preparation of inorganic materials through solid-solid, solid-liquid and gas-solid reactions; control of particle size, including preparation of nanoparticles; particle derivitization and materials characterization. The candidate will identify promising new areas of research, develop an understanding of structure-property relationships for new materials and assist in the transfer laboratory syntheses to pilot- and commercial-scale production.

Position requirements: **

Training: Ph.D. in Chemistry

Significant laboratory experience in the development, synthesis, and characterization of novel materials

Technical proficiency in using analytical instruments (GC MS, IR, UV/vis spectroscopy, NMR)

Ability to plan and organize individual research programs and effectively manage time.

Ability to effectively communicate proposals, research plans and results, and program progress to cross functional teams

Troubleshoot analytical and instrumental problems with limited supervision

Strong intellectual curiosity and an aptitude for problem-solving

Preference will be given to those candidates who have demonstrated creative and innovative thinking

Effective written and verbal communication skills are also a requirement for the position

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $45,000.00 to $60,000.00 /year

Required education:

Doctorate

Required experience: