Lead Research Chemist - Lab R&D & Process Innovation

Morton Salt, Inc.; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morton Salt, Inc. seeks an experienced researcher to lead and support R&D projects across chemistry, food science, and application testing. You will collaborate with chemists, engineers, and food scientists to plan experiments, analyze data, and report results.

Responsibilities include routine lab analyses for production support, safety program participation, and continuous improvement activities to ensure quality and compliance across facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field.
• 2+ years of relevant laboratory or technical experience.
• Experience with analytical instruments (FTIR, spectrophotometers, microscopes).
• Strong ability to interpret data and communicate results in writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned R&D projects from initiation to execution with stakeholders.
• Perform routine lab analyses and operate analytical instruments.
• Test and validate products, processes, and suppliers against defined specs.
• Assist in method development and data reporting.
• Support safety programs and maintain a compliant lab environment.
• Coordinate facility administrative tasks with the R&D team.

Skills

Wet chemistry

Data analysis

Safety procedures

Report writing

Office software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

FTIR

Spectrophotometers

Microscopes

Job description

Morton Salt, Inc. seeks an experienced researcher to lead and support R&D projects across chemistry, food science, and application testing. You will collaborate with chemists, engineers, and food scientists to plan experiments, analyze data, and report results.

Responsibilities include routine lab analyses for production support, safety program participation, and continuous improvement activities to ensure quality and compliance across facilities.