About this opportunity
EMD Electronics lists this Associate Scientist 1 opportunity in carlsbad, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics.
Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.
Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.
This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.
Your Role
The Associate Scientist I will support safe, compliant, and efficient laboratory operations within the New Product Development Lab/M4WardTM Lab in a semiconductor materials environment. This role focuses on conducting chemical hazard reviews, managing chemical inventory, supporting laboratory safety programs, authoring work instructions and safety documentation, fulfilling chemical orders, and maintaining an organized laboratory workspace. The position works closely with scientists, engineers, Quality, and EH&S teams to ensure new materials and processes are implemented safely and effectively while enabling successful research, development, and customer support activities.
Review SDSs and chemical safety information; conduct hazard assessments for new chemicals, materials, and processes
Ensure chemicals are safely handled, stored, segregated, labeled, tracked, and disposed of in line with company and regulatory requirements
Maintain accurate chemical inventories, coordinate replenishment, and manage incoming chemicals and laboratory supplies
Partner with EHS teams to support laboratory safety programs, inspections, audits, corrective actions, and compliance activities
Prepare and maintain safety documentation, risk assessments, hazard analyses, work instructions, SOPs, and laboratory procedures
Keep controlled documents current and collaborate with technical teams to document new processes and best practices
Prepare, verify, package, and process chemicals and materials for internal use and customer shipments while maintaining accurate fulfillment records
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient laboratory; support equipment upkeep, workspace readiness, 6S, and continuous improvement initiatives
Physical Attributes
Wear appropriate PPE
Lift up to 50 pounds
Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Physics
OR
High School Diploma or GED
4+ years experience in a chemical production, laboratory or chemical engineering role
1+ year experience handling hazardous chemicals in a laboratory environment
Preferred Qualifications
A strong focus on safety and quality
Familiarity with chemical hazard reviews, Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), and risk assessment processes
Experience working in gloveboxes
Prior chemistry lab experience handling highly toxic chemicals, acids, and bases
Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, SAP, and Management of Change Software (Intelex)
Strong data analysis, attention-to-detail, and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
A proactive, team-oriented approach to supporting laboratory operations
Pay Range for this position: $31.00-$48.00 per hour.
Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.
What we offer:
We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
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Worksite address
carlsbad, CA, 92002, US
Who can apply
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