Company Description Solaris Chem Inc. is a Canadian developer and manufacturer of high-purity fine organic semiconductors, custom fullerenes, and functional polymers serving advanced electronics, OPV, and biotech markets since 2007. The company partners with global academic R&D teams and industrial manufacturers, providing tailored synthesis solutions that advance materials science. Production is driven by a strong commitment to quality and sustainability, leveraging Hydro-Québec's clean energy grid. Solaris Chem supports innovators from prototyping to bulk supply, helping build a sustainable, high-tech future. Its R&D program focuses on custom semiconductors, fullerene derivatives, dyes, small molecules, and polymers formulated for OPV, OTFT, OLED, and health and biotechnology applications. Role Description The Analytical Chemist will work full time on-site in Solaris Chem’s laboratory in Vaudreuil-Dorion, QC. In this role, the individual will perform routine and advanced chemical analyses on organic semiconductors, fullerenes, and related materials using a range of analytical techniques and instruments including HPLC, GPC/SEC, NMR, UV-VIS-NIR, FTIR, Fluorescence, TGA, AA. Daily tasks include preparing samples, following maintenance/calibration schedules, running tests, interpreting data, and documenting results to support R&D projects and ensure product quality. The Analytical Chemist will collaborate with research scientists and production teams to optimize methods, troubleshoot analytical issues, and contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory practices. Responsibilities also include adhering to safety protocols, maintaining laboratory equipment, and supporting scale-up from development to manufacturing.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess strong Laboratory Skills and proficiency with Laboratory Equipment relevant to analytical and organic materials testing. Candidates should possess robust Analytical Skills for data interpretation, method development, and problem-solving in complex chemical systems. Candidates should possess Quality Control skills for validating results, ensuring consistency, and complying with internal and external standards. Candidates should possess Research and Development (R&D) skills to support new material development, experimental design, and process optimization. Relevant qualifications include a degree in Analytical Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field (Technician or higher) and familiarity with organic semiconductors or polymer chemistry. Additional beneficial qualifications include knowledge of GLP or GMP principles, strong documentation and communication skills, ability to work safely in a laboratory environment, and experience in industrial or academic research settings.