Lead Analytical Chemistry Research Scientist

FM; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 138,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Total Rewards program

Job summary

FM in Norwood, MA seeks a Lead Research Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to shape research on material behavior, contamination, degradation mechanisms, chemical hazards, and practical loss prevention. You will develop innovative analytical methods and lead research, engineering, and client-facing work. The role requires a Ph.D.

or M.S. with substantial hands-on industry experience, and relocation is available within the US.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or closely related field with 5+ years of hands-on industry experience.
• Alternatively, M.S. in Analytical Chemistry with 10+ years of hands-on industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead analytical chemistry research programs delivering practical solutions for loss prevention and risk mitigation.
• Direct hands-on laboratory investigations using GC/MS, HPLC, IC, FTIR, SEM/EDS and related instruments.
• Investigate materials, contaminants, degradation pathways, root causes and chemical hazards for FM research priorities.
• Manage multiple research projects, proposals, technical execution, and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Data interpretation

Technical writing

Project management

Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry

M.S. in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

GC/MS

HPLC

IC

FTIR

SEM/EDS

Job description

FM in Norwood, MA seeks a Lead Research Scientist in Analytical Chemistry to shape research on material behavior, contamination, degradation mechanisms, chemical hazards, and practical loss prevention. You will develop innovative analytical methods and lead research, engineering, and client-facing work. The role requires a Ph.D.

or M.S. with substantial hands-on industry experience, and relocation is available within the US.