Associate Chemist

Chemours; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

Job summary

Chemours in Newark, DE is seeking an Associate Chemist to join our Core Services Team in the Thermal & Specialty Solutions business. You will perform analytical testing on existing and new refrigerant molecules and blends and work closely with Product, Technical Service, and Process groups to support key programs.

The role requires hands-on lab work, operating high-hazard experiments, calibrating equipment, maintaining SOPs, and documenting results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry, Engineering or similar; 5+ years in industry considered.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with analytical lab equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read complex SOPs and follow safety and quality procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-hazard processes for refrigerant analysis and classification.
• Safely handle compressed gas cylinders and move drums/containers.
• Manage compatibility, stability, and miscibility testing for refrigerants.
• Maintain documentation and perform audits for safety and environmental compliance.
• Perform in-lab analytical testing (GC/MS, IC, titration, FT-IR, AHRI 700 methods).
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory equipment and test setups.
• Plan experiments, collect/analyze data, and communicate conclusions with minimal guidance.
• Ensure measurement systems remain in good working order and implement improvements.

Skills

Analytical testing

Problem solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

SOPs comprehension

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Engineering

Experience with 5+ years in industry

Tools

GC/MS

IC

FT-IR

Titration

Job description

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking an Associate Chemist to join our Core Services Team in the Thermal & Specialty Solutions (TSS) business! This position will report directly to the Analytical Sr. Staff Supervisor at our CDH location in Newark, DE.

The position will be responsible for providing critical analytical testing on existing and new refrigerant molecules and blends for the growing the TSS business. This position will work closely with the Product, Technical Service, and Process groups to support critical programs.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Operate high-hazard processes for sealed tube experiments supporting refrigerant analysis and classification, including work with open flames, molten glass, liquid nitrogen, and pressurized vessels.
• Safely handle compressed gas cylinders, including 2 lb, 4 lb, and 10 kg containers.
• Manage and safely execute compatibility, stability, and miscibility testing for refrigerants.
• Maintain documentation and perform audits to ensure compliance with operating, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Perform in-laboratory analytical testing (GC/MS, IC, titration, FT-IR, and other AHRI 700 methods) for existing and new fluorochemical products.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory equipment and test setups to support fluorochemical research and address product, process, or customer-related issues.
• Independently plan and conduct experiments, collect and analyze data, document results, communicate conclusions, and continue investigations with minimal guidance.
• Ensure laboratory measurement systems remain in good working order and implement upgrades and improvements as needed.

The following is required for this role:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering or similar discipline. High school diploma or GED equivalent with at least 5 years of industrial or manufacturing experience also considered.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience in maintaining, calibrating, repairing, and troubleshooting analytical laboratory equipment.
• Understanding of basic chemistry and math principles and demonstrated problem‑solving/troubleshooting and data analysis skills.
• Ability to read and understand complex Standard Operating Procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to lift 55 lbs. and move drums/containers with appropriate safety and ergonomics consideration.
• Basic mechanical skills for using small hand tools.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Individuals with chemical plant experience in quality analysis and quality control are especially encouraged.
• Previous experience working with open flame/molten glass.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience in analytical techniques; proficiency in GC/GC‑MS/IC/FT‑IR and basic wet‑chemistry and formulation techniques; experience in wet‑lab environment handling hazardous materials.
• Demonstrated experience with fluorochemical handling preferred.
• Familiarity with gas or sample blending techniques.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Packages
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Benefits
• Learning and Development Opportunities
• Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
• Company-paid Volunteer Day

We're a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it-by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

Learn more about Chemours and our culture by visiting Chemours.com/careers.

Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, a