Principal Chemist

Labtopia, Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Labtopia, Inc. is seeking a Principal Chemist to lead R&D efforts, develop new product formulations, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, extensive experience in product development, and strong analytical skills. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a dynamic team focused on innovation in the oil and gas sector.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in product development and formulation.
• Experience in oil field chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex chemical research projects.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and industry standards.
• Mentor junior chemists and promote scientific excellence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Our client is looking for a Principal Chemist to be the company’s senior chemist responsible for working with the Operations, Business Development and Technology teams to develop new product formulations and test existing product formulations to meet identified customer needs and proactively develop new product innovations to meet broad or emerging market needs.

Essential Functions:

• Lead Research and Development: Direct and oversee complex chemical research projects, including the formulation, synthesis, and testing of new products or processes.
• Technical Expertise: Provide expert-level guidance on analytical techniques, chemical formulations, and laboratory procedures to support innovation and problem-solving.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and regulatory standards.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal stakeholders and external clients.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all laboratory work complies with safety protocols, environmental regulations, and industry standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, REACH).
• Mentorship and Training: Mentor junior chemists and lab personnel, fostering skill development and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and scientific excellence.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product development, quality assurance, manufacturing, and marketing to align chemical research with business goals.
• Innovation and Problem Solving: Drive innovation by identifying new technologies, methods, or materials that enhance product performance or manufacturing efficiency.
• Quality Control: Oversee and improve quality control processes to ensure consistency, reliability, and compliance in all chemical products.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree Chemistry
• 4+ years experience in product development and formulation
• Experience in oil field chemistry

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical skills with experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and collaborate effectively with various teams.
• Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office products.
• Self-motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented with a bias for action

Type of Assignment:

Direct

Highly Competitive, please provide request

• Due to the high-volume of applicants, only candidates who meet the requirements of the position will move through the interview process.
• This position does not offer C2C or H1-B sponsorship.
• Candidate acknowledges upon application that this position is not eligible for per diem or relocation reimbursement.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services and Oil and Gas

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Medical insurance

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401(k)

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