Chemical Plant Operator jobs in Altoona, PA

Matreya LLC is committed to the development and manufacture of lipids and biochemicals of the highest quality and value. Our experience in chemical synthesis and in the extraction and purification of natural products allows us to achieve the best attainable purity using proprietary techniques.

We serve researchers and manufactures in the biochemistry, pharmaceutical, microbiology, food, and agriculture areas. Our product line includes a broad range of sphingolipids, glycolipids, glycosphingolipids, fatty acids and esters, sterols, and vitamin E isomers (tocopherols and tocotrienols). Our specialty is in producing high purity sphingosines, ceramides, sulfatides, globotriaosylceramides, gangliosides, enzyme inhibitors, tocopherols, and tocotrienols. Within the area of sphingolipids we have earned a reputation as the preferred problem solver and technology leader due to our dedicated technical assistance.

Currently, we are looking to add an Assistant Scientist to the team:

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Following established protocols, assist with new batch production of natural products, synthetic, and semi-synthetic products.
• Support team initiatives to achieve deliverables, within budget and timeline by communicating clearly and regularly the status of all active projects.
• Maintain clean, organized lab spaces and adhere to all established lab safety protocols.
• Maintain a well-documented notebook and accurately prepare and submit lab materials, including SOP revisions, new batch QC submissions, etc., to appropriate personnel.
• Assist in optimization of lab procedures by identifying inconsistent steps to improve yields and optimize procedures.
• Assist with diverse organic syntheses, purifications, & characterizations using mass spec, NMR, IR, and UV data.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry/relevant field.
• Experience: 1-2 years (with Bachelor’s), None (with Master’s).
• Computer Skills: Proficiency with ChemDraw, Microsoft Office Suite, and SciFinder.
• Experience with thin layer chromatography, column chromatography, recrystallization, and other purification methods.
• Solid understanding of stoichiometry and proficiency with associated calculations.
• Availability to work on-site in State College, PA, Monday through Friday.
• Demonstrates Matreya’s Core Values – Integrity, Collaboration, People, Learning and Excellence.

What we Provide: 

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time-off (4 weeks) for vacations, sick and/or personal reasons
• Over 10 paid holidays per year, including the week of 12/24 through 1/1
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Debt Payment Program
• Life and disability insurance plans
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care (FSA)
• Fun employee events all year long
• Flexible work schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Casual dress