Chemist Job

Arkema; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema is seeking a Chemist to join our global lab team in the United States. You will support the development and promotion of Hydrogen Peroxide products through rigorous laboratory testing, application development, and technical support.

You will also assist in evaluating samples, generating data to drive process improvements, and help troubleshoot issues in collaboration with manufacturing operations. A bachelor’s degree and hands-on lab experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years of relevant technical experience in a lab setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and promotion of Hydrogen Peroxide products through laboratory testing, application development, and tech support activities.
• Support technical service through sample evaluation and data generation.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues in support of manufacturing operations.

Skills

Lab experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry

1-2 years of relevant technical lab experience

Job description

At Arkema, you’ll be part of an organization that values its people. With plenty of training and advancement opportunities, you will be supported to thrive and grow within our global network.

Our values guide how we work every day—not just what we say.

• Inclusion: Everyone deserves to feel respected, supported, and heard.
• Safety & Support: We prioritize safe work practices, proper PPE, clear procedures, and incident reporting without hesitation.
• Empowerment: Training is provided, expectations are clear, and learning is encouraged.
• Teamwork: Success here is built through communication, collaboration, and shared responsibility.

If you’d like to accelerate your lab career in a hands-on R&D environment —this is your opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

As a Chemist, you will…

• Support the development and promotion of our Hydrogen Peroxide products through laboratory testing, application development, and tech support activities.
• Support technical service through sample evaluation and data generation.
• Assist in troubleshooting technical issues in support of manufacturing operations.

Qualifications:

Even if you don’t meet all the requirements below, we’d still love to hear from you! Arkema is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We welcome applicants of all genders, identities, backgrounds, and experiences, including veterans and candidates with military service.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline
• At least 1-2 years of relevant technical experience in a lab setting

Explore the links below to learn more about life at Arkema!

Who we are?

Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 20,700 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.1 billion, of which 3.1% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertain specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.

Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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