Senior Materials Chemist – Dyes & Polymers

Sun Chemical; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

Sun Chemical seeks a senior materials chemist to lead development of advanced organic materials, including dyes and pigments, surfactants and polymers. You will design experiments, analyze data, and translate results into improved performance while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a PhD in a related field or MS/BS with extensive experience, plus strong communication and collaboration across global teams.

Qualifications

• PhD or MS/BS with 5+ years in organic synthesis, dyes or pigment synthesis.
• Knowledge of color science and formulation science desirable.
• Strong communication and computer skills; experience with SciFinder.

Responsibilities

• Designs and executes plans to develop novel dyes, pigments, surfactants and polymers.
• Reviews analytical data and applies results to improve materials performance.
• Drafts technical documents for patents and trade show demos.
• Interacts with suppliers and Sun Chemical divisions to align on product development.
• Ensures safety protocols and quality management system compliance.
• Train colleagues per SOPs and safety guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Education

PhD in Organic Chemistry

MS/BS in related field + 5+ years experience

Tools

SciFinder

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Sun Chemical seeks a senior materials chemist to lead development of advanced organic materials, including dyes and pigments, surfactants and polymers. You will design experiments, analyze data, and translate results into improved performance while ensuring safety and compliance.

The role requires a PhD in a related field or MS/BS with extensive experience, plus strong communication and collaboration across global teams.