Specialty Synthesis Group Mass Spectrometrist – Shannon, Ireland

PPG's Specialty Coatings and Materials is committed to product innovation, technology leadership and high performance materials for a wide range of applications and industries. Solving complex problems with unique solutions has been the legacy of PPG and improving the performance features and benefits of our customers’ products will continue to drive our customer relationships and technology innovations. The SSG Process Development team is looking to add a Mass Spectrometrist to the dynamic group.

Description
Individual contributor capable of working as part of multiple teams to support production and the development of new products for OLED materials. Expert in mass spectrometry who designs and carries out experiments independently. They manage a dynamic workload, using communication and organizational skills to determine prioritization and manage resource capacity. Must be able to clearly communicate results and conclusions to stakeholders (both internal and external), supporting research and production enabling sales.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical
  • Support quality within Production using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry.
  • Validate and optimize liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry methods for analysis of OLED small molecules.
  • Perform maintenance and troubleshooting of analytical instruments.
  • Work independently, organize and prioritize multiple projects, troubleshoot, and solve problems independently.
  • Interface with business and technical collaborators to understand priorities, solve problems and communicate findings.
  • Deliver high quality results, conclusions, and recommendations in a fast-paced environment.
• Leadership
  • Demonstrate project ownership behaviour.
  • Suggest and implement process improvements.
• Safety
  • Maintain a safe working environment.
  • Ensure the lab follows safety protocols.

Functional/Technical Skill Requirements

• In-depth understanding of liquid chromatography mass spectrometry
• Ability to implement mass spectrometry techniques to identify small molecule impurities.
• Previous experience with detection and quantification of trace quantities of small molecules preferred.
• Previous experience with advanced data analysis techniques preferred.
• Previous experience with multiple LC and LC-MS instrumentation and software preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Able to communicate effectively to technical and business functions.
  • Able to write reports, give presentations, and lead discussions.
  • Able to work in a team as a contributor and leader.
• Self-motivated problem solver who can manage projects with minimal supervision.

Work Environment

• Based in Shannon, Ireland.
• Travel required up to 10% of time, including internationally to UDC and PPG facilities.

Experience/Education
Ph.D. in Chemistry, materials science, physics, engineering, or related discipline (Analytical Chemistry preferred) and 0-5 years of industrial work experience. Exceptional candidates at Masters level with appropriate experience will also be considered.

PPG prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a hair drug/toxins test and a background check.
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About us:
Here at PPG, we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.
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Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.
The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are "One PPG" to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.
PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are “One PPG” to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday – everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.