Principal Innovation Chemist

Rust-Oleum; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rust-Oleum is seeking a Principal Innovation Chemist responsible for developing and implementing new technologies and products. The role focuses on leading projects and mentoring chemists while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry with 5+ years of laboratory experience, or a Master's degree with 2+ years. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of laboratory experience in a related field or 2+ years with a master's degree.
• Thorough knowledge of chemistry, techniques, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the formulation development process for new products.
• Conduct experiments to optimize product performance and safety.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related science field

Master's degree in Chemistry or related science field

Tools

Relevant software for product management

Job description

Job Description

The Principal Innovation Chemist is responsible for the development and implementation of new technologies, raw materials, processes, and products.

The role requires problem-solving, strong analytical, and communication skills with a focus on leading projects, mentoring chemists along with collaboration with cross‑functional teams across all regions and segments.

Main Responsibilities

• Formulation Development: Lead the formulation development process for new products, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
• Formulation Development: Conduct experiments to formulate and optimize product performance, stability, and safety, utilizing advanced analytical techniques.
• Formulation Development: Conduct stability studies and assess the performance of formulations under various conditions, providing actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare monthly reports on projects/initiatives, communicate with leadership team weekly on priorities and expectations, coordinate, update, and communicate quarterly with team members on company goals.
• Knowledge: Stay current with industry trends and emerging market technologies, contribute to the development of profitable platforms across all segments and markets.

Key Qualifications

• bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related science field, with 5+ years of laboratory experience in a related field or master’s degree in Chemistry or related science field, with 2+ years of laboratory experience in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and communicate them clearly.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable chemistry, techniques, and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to a range of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in relevant software and product management tools.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.