R&D - Chemist I [DF]

Thatcher Company; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing

401(k)

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Thatcher Chemical is seeking an R&D Chemist I to support laboratory experimentation, sample prep, testing, and product characterization. This role develops the laboratory skills and technical knowledge needed to execute defined R&D activities.

Responsibilities include preparing and testing formulations, documenting results, and maintaining safety and compliance in the lab. Industrial experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of chemistry and laboratory practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to laboratory safety.
• Ability to follow experimental procedures and test methods.
• Analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, test, and characterize product formulations and samples.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and analytical testing per plans and methods.
• Perform stability, corrosion, compatibility, and product-performance testing.
• Support product development and cost reduction efforts.
• Document procedures, observations, data, and results.
• Maintain lab equipment, supplies, inventory, cleanliness, and waste handling.
• Follow policies, SOPs, and safety requirements.
• Communicate results to R&D leadership and colleagues.

Skills

Laboratory practices

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Job description

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

Make a meaningful difference: At Thatcher Chemical facilities across the nation, our manufacturing teams create the essential chemistries, processes, and solutions that support clean water, safe environments, reliable infrastructure, and critical industries. From production and quality to logistics and distribution, your precision, dedication, and commitment to continuous improvement help transform raw materials and innovative science into real-world solutions. Your purpose-driven work plays a vital role in protecting public health, supporting communities, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future.

R&D Chemist I

Purpose

The R&D Chemist I supports R&D leadership through laboratory experimentation, sample preparation, testing, product characterization, and documentation. This position develops the laboratory skills and technical knowledge necessary to reliably execute defined R&D activities.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare, test, and characterize product formulations and experimental samples.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and analytical testing according to defined plans and methods.
• Perform stability, corrosion, compatibility, and product-performance testing.
• Support product development, product improvement, cost reduction, and technical investigations.
• Accurately document experimental procedures, observations, data, and results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, chemical inventory, cleanliness, and waste handling.
• Follow applicable policies, SOPs, Work Instructions, Good Laboratory Practices, and safety requirements.
• Communicate results and observations to R&D leadership and other R&D personnel.

Experience

Industrial or laboratory experience is helpful but not required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Fundamental knowledge of chemistry and laboratory practices.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to laboratory safety.
• Ability to accurately follow experimental procedures and test methods.
• Basic analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on defined assignments and effectively within a team.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline. Relevant experience may be considered as a substitution for education where appropriate.

Why is Thatcher right for you?

• 100% company-funded Profit-Sharing Plan (up to 25% of salary annually)
• 401(k) with traditional and Roth contribution options
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, HSA/FSA,
• 3+ weeks of PTO, and paid holidays
• Safety Bonus- up to $250 per quarter
• Education reimbursement and ongoing professional development

The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website. Thatcher is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

It is the policy of this organization to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. As an affirmative action employer under E.O. 11246, we invite all applicants to identify themselves on the following page.

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