R&D Chemist, Lubricants: Process Dev & Scale-Up

NewMarket Corporation; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

401k Savings

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Identity Theft Insurance

Job summary

Afton is seeking a laboratory scientist to perform tests that support manufacturing process commercialization and product improvement. You will work with high-pressure lab equipment handling flammable and corrosive materials, with on‑the‑job training and exposure to ISO/regulatory documentation.

You will design evaluation plans, analyze samples, prepare reports, and communicate results to teams. The role spans R&D through manufacturing support, requiring strong organization, data tracking and

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required or equivalent.
• Laboratory synthesis experience is preferred.
• Experience with experimental design and data interpretation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform industry and laboratory tests using established procedures and develop test plans.
• Analyze and interpret results; prepare reports and communicate results to stakeholders.
• Operate laboratory equipment and ensure reproducibility of tests.
• Maintain inventory and keep a clean, safe work area.
• Support ISO/quality/regulatory activities and documentation.

Skills

Lab safety

Odor control

Computer applications

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Lean and Six Sigma

Education

BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Laboratory synthesis experience

Job description

Afton is seeking a laboratory scientist to perform tests that support manufacturing process commercialization and product improvement. You will work with high-pressure lab equipment handling flammable and corrosive materials, with on‑the‑job training and exposure to ISO/regulatory documentation.

You will design evaluation plans, analyze samples, prepare reports, and communicate results to teams. The role spans R&D through manufacturing support, requiring strong organization, data tracking and