Research And Development Chemist - Technical Chemical Recruiters

Innovative company is seeking an innovative and team-oriented surfactant and water treatment chemist in their facility located in the Philadelphia area. Chemist will be responsible for R&D projects covering a variety of formulation development and modification as well as leachate, condensate treatability study. The position will work closely with other R&D and QC Chemists as well as manufacturing technicians. This position will be located in West Chester, PA and report to the VP of Technology.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Set-up internal standard test procedures
• New product development
• Leachate, condensate treatability study using various physical/chemical as well as biological processes.
• Scope, design and execute product performance improvement projects
• Formulation tailoring for unique customer specifications
• Operating bench scale or pilot scale leachate, condensate treatment systems
• Conduct water quality analysis.
• Support Manufacturing, Quality, Sales and Product Management functions
• Operation of analytical and application equipment
• Developing and implementation of quality control specifications and standards
• Project management and documentation including laboratory notebook documentation and project report writing
• Strong laboratory skills required including both scientific practices and housekeeping

Job Specifications:

• Bachelors of Science in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering (or related technical discipline) is preferred. Candidates with other relevant industry experience may be considered
• 5 or more years lab experience in product development/application is desirable
• Experience in operating bench scale or pilot scale water treatment system is desirable.
• Foam formulation experience is required
• Understanding of polymer chemistry and structure property relationships
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience in data collection, manipulation and analysis (Microsoft Suite, etc.)

Company offers a salary of 90-115K, bonus opportunities, extensive benefits package.