Job Description
Information Scientist
Date: Apr 29, 2024
Location:
Columbus, OH, US, 43202
Company:
American Chemical Society
CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 116 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.
CAS is currently seeking an Organic Chemist on our Content Operations team. This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
Position Summary:
The Organic chemist applies scientific expertise, analytical skills, problem solving capabilities, and relevant language skills to help build CAS's world-class collection of Markush structures. They leverage their expertise to curate high-quality research data from patent authorities in their area of scientific expertise and across a diversity of scientific domains. The incumbent may also provide scientific and content knowledge, capabilities, insights, and solutions for other CAS functions.
Job Duties:
Analyzes, collects, and curates the valuable chemical structure data disclosed in patent publications, utilizing CAS indexing policies and their expertise.
Leverages technical knowledge and applicable language skills to extract key insights and build the CAS Content Collection.
Responsibilities include analysis of patents with Markush structures and indexing those Markush structures in a production environment.
Job Qualifications:
An advanced degree in organic chemistry or related scientific field. Alternatively, a bachelor's degree with 1-3 years of related work experience.
Japanese, Korean, German and/or Russian language skill is desired, but not required.
Excellent scientific reading comprehension and writing skills; experience with patents is desired.
Strong learning aptitude, including the ability to quickly learn and apply complex scientific concepts, policies, and technology tools. Ability to apply learnings to new situations and to glean relevant insights.
Solutions focused with an aim towards continuous improvement and growth.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize responsibilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint applications. Aptitude and interest for learning and using various web-based and/or proprietary computer applications including, but not limited to video conferencing, instant messaging, and document sharing software.
Ability to proactively collaborate, communicate and share knowledge with peers with diverse backgrounds.
Strong work ethic
CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future.
Division
CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 111 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.
Position Summary
CAS is currently seeking an Information Scientist. This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.
Job Duties:
We have a full-time position available in analysis of the world's scientific literature, including patents and journals, for curation into CAS products. Primary responsibilities include review and curation of literature in a number of fields such as chemistry, biological sciences, material science, and engineering in a production environment. Additional responsibilities include using data analysis skills to identify and implement process improvements, planning and managing unit-level projects, and leveraging data analysis skills to measure and report on progress.
Job Requirements:
Candidates must have at least a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related science, including successful completion of Organic chemistry coursework and a minimum of 1 year of work experience. The successful candidate will be an excellent team player who is organized and willing to adapt to the needs and requirements of an agile organization. This candidate must demonstrate a proactive and flexible attitude, with a keen willingness to show initiative. The position also requires:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Effective organizational skills, including attention to detail, time management and multi-tasking
Solid analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Demonstrated skill in handling multiple projects with varying urgencies and priorities.
Demonstrated skill in technical writing, data analysis (strong Excel skills), and project planning
Demonstrated ability to ensure successful project completion
Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems within and outside of the primary group
Working knowledge of substance naming conventions and structural descriptions of chemical substances is a plus.
CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
Required Skills:
Nearest Major Market: Columbus
Job Segment:
Organic Chemistry, Research Scientist, Materials Science, Scientist, Chemistry, Science
EEO/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
