Analytical Chemist, Polymers & Chemistry - Lead & Grow

Exponent; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent is seeking an Analytical Chemist in Menlo Park, CA, to support polymers and chemistry projects across consumer, pharma, and environmental applications. You will conduct analyses, interpret data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex formulations and failures.

Requires a PhD in Chemistry or related field, strong analytical skills, experience with LC-MS to NMR, and familiarity with GMP/GLP or ISO lab standards. Travel to client sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Strong theoretical knowledge of analytical characterization techniques.
• Hands-on experience in material science analysis.
• Experience with sampling techniques and data analysis for multiple instruments.

Responsibilities

• Attend inspections and perform analytical testing to address chemistry-related issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis on failures in development, manufacturing, or use of products.
• Convey technical conclusions to engineers, business, law, and industry with testing rationale.

Skills

PhD in Chemistry

Analytical characterization knowledge

Excellent written and verbal skills

Strong teamwork and leadership

Travel willingness

Presently legally authorized to work (

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Tools

LC-MS

GC-MS

ICP-MS

ICP-OES

GPC

ESI

FTIR

NMR

Job description

Exponent is seeking an Analytical Chemist in Menlo Park, CA, to support polymers and chemistry projects across consumer, pharma, and environmental applications. You will conduct analyses, interpret data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex formulations and failures.

Requires a PhD in Chemistry or related field, strong analytical skills, experience with LC-MS to NMR, and familiarity with GMP/GLP or ISO lab standards. Travel to client sites is expected.