Analytical Chemist

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit  www.eastman.com . Description

We are seeking an Analytical Chemist with an experimental focus to join the Technology organization in Martinsville, Virginia.   As a member of a high-performing team, this individual will be responsible for developing innovative and sustainable solutions for new and existing processes and products in Performance Films.  The selected candidate will work closely with a team of scientists, engineers, operators, and technicians at the lab, pilot and/or commercial scale to meet Production, Quality, and Film Market demands.      Responsibilities

Actively participate in full compliance with the site’s Zero Incident Mindset Safety programs. Collaborate with partner functions, such as Technology, Manufacturing, and Quality   to understand customer needs and provide viable analytical testing solutions.

Work in a fast-paced, results-oriented team environment to provide safe, effective analytical solutions to our internal partners or for customer fitness for use. Develop research plans and design experiments in support of performance film product lines and applications. Elucidate, recommend, and validate analytical solutions for successful scale-up and manufacturing of new and existing products. Anticipate technical difficulties and develop creative solutions. Prepare and author technical reports, patent applications, and scientific presentations.  Serve as a technical liaison supporting external research aligned with the organization’s research strategy. Prepare and present written and oral reports to communicate with Manufacturing, Technology, Marketing, Customer and/or Quality teams. Work in and lead cross-functional teams to safely execute technical projects, including directing the work of technicians Engage effectively with customers and vendors to translate technical requirements into analytical testing solutions and implement process improvements that ensure high-quality results and meet external expectations.

Required Degree: Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Polymer Science/Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field. Safe execution of all laboratory processes with demonstrated ability to effectively identify hazards associated with various chemistries and take appropriate actions Demonstrated expertise in analytical chemistry problem solving principles and various technique types in a production and/or Quality Control environment Demonstrated creativity and desire to solve challenging and complex problems Passion for measurement science and understanding the fundamental aspects of complex chemistries and processes Ability to lead and contribute as a member of cross-functional teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to distill data and effectively present key messages across the technical enterprise, as well as various groups such as marketing, manufacturing, regulatory, QA/QC, supply chain, customer service, sales and external customers and suppliers Strong organizational/time