Who are we looking for? We are seeking an innovative and scientifically curious
R&D Chemist to join our global research and development team. This role is ideal for someone who brings deep technical expertise in chemistry, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for creating new materials, formulations, and technologies. You'll thrive here if you enjoy pushing boundaries, experimenting with new ideas, and turning scientific concepts into commercially viable solutions that make a real-world impact.
What will you be doing? 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
Who are You? 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
What competencies will you need? Technical Competencies - 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, analyse data, and draw scientifically sound conclusions
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., REACH, GHS) and safety standards
Professional Competencies - Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking ability
- Strong project management and organization skills
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global teams
Qualifications -
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or a closely related technical discipline.
- Advanced expertise in surface/interfacial science, inorganic materials, functional coatings, and structure-property relationships.
- Experience with wet chemical formulation in either an academic or an industrial setting, ideally with multi-component inorganic or polymer systems desired.
- Familiarity with typical printed circuit board (PCB) chemical processes (e.g., metallization, electroplating, etching, final finish) and material characterization techniques desired.
- Proficient in statistical analysis and Design of Experiments (DOE) platforms (e.g., Minitab).
We are Offering... As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance-related bonus plan. In addition, you will also receive a 401k plan with company matching, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance as well as 9 holidays.
The typical base salary range for this position is anticipated to be between $95k and $120k annually.
