Description:The R&D Chemist will be responsible for a variety of functions related to formulation and consumer acceptability of products with the client portfolio.* Investigate new raw materials and technologies through laboratory experimentation, record findings and suggest applications* Assist in answering consumer calls of a technical nature related to product ingredients* Assist in training sales personnel* Follow general lab safety guidelines and maintain clean, orderly work area* Manage lab database to keep current and organized* Assist in problem-solving activities and perform lab evaluations on new and existing products* Work with Engineers, Quality Control, Analytical Services, and others, and external persons such as vendors, (potential) customers, 3rd party manufacturing* Conduct field evaluations regarding formulations, raw materials, finished products, product applications, upscaling of manufacturing and packaging of new, existing, and experimental products* Review research literature, technical reports, periodicals, competitor product literature, vendor reports and literature regarding the specialty chemical industry* Review research literature, technical reports, periodicals, competitor product literature, vendor reports and literature regarding the specialty chemical industry* Comply with all applicable OSHA, EPA, local regulatory laws, and company safety policiesSkills:research & development, formulation, chemical, analytical chemistry, laboratory, OSHA, EPA, chemistry, quality control, raw material testingAdditional Skills & Qualifications:* Four-year degree in Chemistry, Biology or other related science* 3-7 years of applicable work experience in a laboratory setting and/or production settingExperience Level:Intermediate LevelDiversity, Equity & InclusionAt Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:* Hiring diverse talent* Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection* Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes* Ensuring growth opportunities for our peopleActalent is an equal opportunity employer.About ActalentActalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market.
With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.