R&D Chemist

Who are we looking for?

What will you be doing?

Who are You?

What competencies will you need?

Qualifications

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Equal Opportunity Employer

Nearest Major Market: New Haven

Nearest Secondary Market: Hartford

• Research & Development

  • Designing and conducting laboratory experiments to develop new chemical formulations, materials, or processes
  • Analyzing, interpreting, and documenting experimental results
  • Evaluating performance, stability, and feasibility of new products

• Innovation & Problem Solving

  • Investigating new raw materials, technologies, and methodologies
  • Proposing innovative solutions to technical challenges
  • Identifying opportunities for product improvements or cost optimisations

• Collaboration & Project Execution

  • Working closely with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, and Commercial
  • Supporting scale-up activities and technology transfer to production sites
  • Preparing technical reports, product specifications, and safety documentation
  • Acting as a subject-matter expert during customer trials, audits, or supplier engagements

• Compliance & Safety

  • Ensuring all laboratory work adheres to internal standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols
  • Maintaining accurate records, equipment calibration, and good laboratory practices

As an R&D Chemist, you will play a key role in developing the next generation of products and technologies for our global customers. Your responsibilities will include:

Research & Development

• Designing and conducting laboratory experiments to develop new chemical formulations, materials, or processes
• Analyzing, interpreting, and documenting experimental results
• Evaluating performance, stability, and feasibility of new products

Innovation & Problem Solving

• Investigating new raw materials, technologies, and methodologies
• Proposing innovative solutions to technical challenges
• Identifying opportunities for product improvements or cost optimisations

Collaboration & Project Execution

• Working closely with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, and Commercial
• Supporting scale-up activities and technology transfer to production sites
• Preparing technical reports, product specifications, and safety documentation
• Acting as a subject-matter expert during customer trials, audits, or supplier engagements

Compliance & Safety

• Ensuring all laboratory work adheres to internal standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols
• Maintaining accurate records, equipment calibration, and good laboratory practices

You are someone who embodies both scientific excellence and collaborative spirit. Specifically, you:

• Are naturally curious and excited by scientific discovery
• Enjoy hands-on work in the lab and take pride in analytical precision
• Communicate complex information clearly and effectively
• Thrive in diverse, multicultural teams across global sites
• Are resilient, resourceful, and comfortable navigating ambiguity
• Bring a proactive and solution-oriented mindset to your work
• Value both innovation and practicality—balancing creativity with technical feasibility

To succeed in this role, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal competencies, including:

• Strong knowledge of organic, inorganic, polymer, or physical chemistry
• Experience in formulation chemistry, material science, or chemical process development
• Proficiency with analytical instrumentation (e.g., FTIR, GC/MS, HPLC, rheology, thermal analysis)
• Ability to design experiments, analyze data, and draw scientifically sound conclusions
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., REACH, GHS) and safety standards
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking ability
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global teams
• Adaptability to shifting priorities and evolving project scopes

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related discipline (Master’s or PhD preferred, depending on specialization)
• Prior experience in an R&D laboratory environment (industrial experience highly advantageous)

We are Offering...

• Competitive compensation package
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development opportunities
• Health and wellness benefits
• Employee recognition programs

#LI-SB1

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category.

Nearest Major Market: New Haven

Nearest Secondary Market: Hartford