Analytical Chemist

Emery Oleochemicals; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Emery Oleochemicals' Product & Application Development Laboratory seeks an Analytical Chemist to support R&D, product development, and customer-facing technical support for fatty acids, specialty esters, and related oleochemicals.

This hands-on, lab-intensive role requires deep expertise in analytical techniques, method development, data interpretation, and independent execution in a chemical manufacturing setting, with collaboration across Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Regulatory

Qualifications

• Degree in Analytical Chemistry strongly preferred.
• MS or PhD in Chemistry preferred.
• BS in Chemistry with 5–10 years of relevant industrial experience, or
• MS or PhD with 3–5 years of industrial or applied research experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced analytical testing in support of R&D, product development, and manufacturing.
• Operate and interpret data from GC-MS, HPLC, NMR, titration, and thermal analysis.
• Develop, validate, and optimize analytical methods for routine analysis and trace impurities.
• Lead analytical investigations to resolve product performance issues, nonconformances, and customer inquiries.
• Provide technical support for new product launches, scale‑up activities, and formulation optimization.
• Interpret analytical data to understand structure–property relationships and their impact on product performance.
• Interface with internal teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Regulatory) and external customers to communicate results and technical recommendations.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, calibration/maintenance of analytical equipment, and compliance with internal quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to analytical methods, laboratory efficiency, and product understanding.

Skills

GC-MS

HPLC

NMR

Titration

Thermal analysis

Analytical method development

Data interpretation

Problem solving

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

ICP-OES

Job description

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Department: Product & Application Development
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Product & Application Development (P&AD) Laboratory at Emery Oleochemicals is seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist to support research, development, and customer-facing technical support for fatty acids, specialty esters, and related oleochemical products. This role is hands‑on and laboratory‑intensive, requiring deep expertise in analytical techniques, method development, and problem‑solving in a chemical manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in new product development, product performance troubleshooting, and analytical support for both internal stakeholders and external customers. This position requires strong technical ownership, independent execution, and regular collaboration with R&D, Manufacturing, Sales, and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced analytical testing in support of R&D, product development, and manufacturing for fatty acids, specialty esters, and related oleochemicals.
• Independently operate and interpret data from analytical instrumentation including GC-MS, HPLC, NMR, titration methods, and thermal analysis techniques.
• Develop, validate, and optimize analytical methods for routine analysis, trace impurity detection, and performance characterization.
• Lead analytical investigations to resolve product performance issues, nonconformances, and customer technical inquiries.
• Provide technical and analytical support for new product launches, scale‑up activities, and formulation optimization.
• Interpret analytical data to understand structure–property relationships and their impact on product performance.
• Interface directly with internal teams (Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, Regulatory) and external customers to communicate results and technical recommendations.
• Maintain laboratory documentation, calibration/maintenance of analytical equipment, and compliance with internal quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to analytical methods, laboratory efficiency, and product understanding.

Required Technical Skills & Expertise

• Hands‑on experience with GC-MS, HPLC, NMR, titration techniques, and thermal analysis.
• Strong background in analytical method development, validation, and trace analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex analytical and product performance challenges independently.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills with the ability to translate analytical data into actionable conclusions.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a collaborative, cross‑functional team environment.

Preferred Technical Background

• Experience with ICP‑OES method development in difficult matrices
• Familiarity with oleochemicals, fatty acids, esters, surfactants, or related specialty chemical products.
• Experience supporting chemical manufacturing or pilot‑scale operations.
• Prior experience providing customer‑facing technical or analytical support.

Education & Experience Requirements

• Degree in Analytical Chemistry strongly preferred.
• MS or PhD in Chemistry preferred.
• BS in Chemistry with 5–10 years of relevant industrial experience , or
• MS or PhD with 3–5 years of industrial or applied research experience .

Work Environment

• Laboratory‑based role within a chemical manufacturing and R&D environment.
• Regular interaction with pilot plants, manufacturing teams, and commercial stakeholders.
• Requires adherence to laboratory safety practices and use of appropriate PPE.