R&D Chemist

Asmacs Contracting Est.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemicals industry is seeking an R&D Chemist to develop and improve chemical products derived from oil and lubricants. The successful candidate will design experiments, analyze product properties, and collaborate with production teams to ensure successful technology transfer. This full-time position requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry and 2–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in R&D within the oil or downstream chemical industry.
• Solid understanding of chemical refining and oil processing technologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and technical report writing.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct chemical experiments for new formulations.
• Analyze product properties like viscosity and thermal stability.
• Collaborate with production teams for technology transfer.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry

Degree in Industrial Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

GC

HPLC

FTIR

UV-Vis

TGA

DSC

Job description

To develop and improve chemical products derived from oil and lubricants through applied research and laboratory experiments, aiming to enhance performance, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with environmental and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct chemical experiments to develop new formulations for oils and chemical products used in industrial applications.
• Analyze product properties such as viscosity, thermal stability, oxidation resistance, and other physical and chemical parameters.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure successful technology transfer from lab to manufacturing.
• Improve the performance of existing products based on customer feedback or market analysis.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques such as GC, HPLC, FTIR, UV-Vis, TGA, DSC.
• Prepare accurate technical reports including data analysis, results, and recommendations.
• Stay up to date with the latest research and trends in chemical oils to develop competitive products.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety and quality standards in laboratory operations.
• Test compatibility with other materials and evaluate product performance under various operational conditions.

Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Industrial Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in R&D within the oil or downstream chemical industry.
• Solid understanding of chemical refining and oil processing technologies.
• Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and technical report writing.

Preferred Attributes:

• Initiative and innovation mindset.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and lifelong learning.

Employment Type

Full Time

Company Industry

• Chemicals
• Polymers

Department / Functional Area

• R&D
• Research & Development

Keywords

• Chemical And Oil Industry

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