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Research Scientist

This role is a premier opportunity for a synthetic chemist to transition from academic-style research into high-stakes industrial R&D. Working for a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation, the scientist will directly influence the materials used in future consumer electronics. It combines the rigor of molecular design with the excitement of seeing tangible products reach the global market.

Adesis Inc. · Wilmington, Delaware, United States · Posted 20 April 2026

The role

Overview

This role is a premier opportunity for a synthetic chemist to transition from academic-style research into high-stakes industrial R&D. Working for a subsidiary of Universal Display Corporation, the scientist will directly influence the materials used in future consumer electronics. It combines the rigor of molecular design with the excitement of seeing tangible products reach the global market.

What they need

Requirements & Skills

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute synthetic routes for novel organic and organometallic molecules
  • Utilize computational modeling to guide the design of high-performance materials
  • Conduct detailed analysis of electrochemical and photophysical properties
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to iterate on material performance for OLED devices
  • Document research findings and contribute to the company's intellectual property portfolio

Essential

  • Deep expertise in synthetic organic chemistry
  • Ability to design and model innovative organic and organometallic molecules
  • Proficiency in advanced synthetic methodologies
  • Experience in material characterization including photophysical and electrochemical analysis
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic R&D environment

Preferred

  • Experience specifically within OLED technology or related optoelectronic fields
  • Strong background in organometallic chemistry
  • Familiarity with thermal property analysis of synthetic compounds

Key Skills

Organic SynthesisOrganometallic ChemistryMolecular ModelingPhotophysical CharacterizationElectrochemical AnalysisThermal AnalysisR&D MethodologyTechnical Problem Solving

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Perks

Benefits & perks

  • Work in a state-of-the-art 100,000 sq. ft. laboratory facility
  • Centrally located in a major biotech/pharmaceutical hub
  • Opportunity to work with a Nasdaq-listed global leader (Universal Display Corporation)
  • Collaborative, multi-disciplinary team environment
  • Participation in innovative, fast-paced research programs

Next step

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