Lead Application Scientist - Inorganic na undefined

Lead Application Scientist - Inorganic
 

For over 80 years, LECO has been a leader in the development and production of world class laboratory instruments delivering state of the art products nationwide and across the globe. Located in St. Joseph, Michigan, LECO continues to be a family-owned company that understands the value of shared interests, long-term stability, loyalty, and trust.

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am- 5pm

Positions Summary: 

Provide support to existing customers and the LECO sales team working with new and prospective customers. Coordinate instrument demonstrations and customer sample submissions with Sales Engineers and Application Scientists. Lead, guide, and mentor Application Scientists in the development, support, and demonstration of analytical applications, fostering both technical and professional growth 
 

Position Responsibilities: 

• Interface with Sales Engineers and Customers to provide instrument application recommendations, technical support, and troubleshooting
• Lead the development of analytical methods and validation data for LECO instruments, resulting in the preparation of comprehensive Application Notes.  
• Review and coordinate sample submissions, oversee analytical testing, prepare customer reports, and ensure compliance with department standards before distribution.
• Mentor application chemists in developing, supporting, and demonstrating analytical applications to foster technical and professional growth.
• Coordinate and participate in customer instrument demonstrations
• Adhere to company protocols to identify and address quality issues and escalate as needed.
• Oversee the operation, calibration, and maintenance of the analytical instruments
• Develop, revise, and approve standard operating procedures for performance testing and quality verification, including analytical methods and documentation.
• Deliver technical presentations of scientific work to both technical and non-technical audiences through webinars, conferences, and meetings.
• Coordinate and deliver hands-on training on LECO instruments for new employees and the sales team.
• Ensure ongoing improvement and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 compliance.
• Collaborate with Product Management, R&D, Sales, Service, and Production teams to support internal initiatives and address customer needs effectively.

Position Requirements: 

• Proficiency with MS Office, LECO instrumentation software, and LIMS.
• Ability to multitask and collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education/Certifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related scientific field.
• 3-5 years of experience with LECO equipment preferred.
   
   

EOE M/F/VET/Disability