R&D Chemist
About The Position
MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is seeking an innovative, scientifically curious R&D Chemist to join its global research and development team. The role focuses on developing new materials, formulations, processes, products, and technologies for global customers, translating scientific concepts into commercially viable solutions. The chemist designs and conducts laboratory experiments, analyzes and documents results, evaluates product performance and feasibility, investigates raw materials and methodologies, and identifies product-improvement or cost-optimization opportunities. The role works with cross-functional teams and supports scale-up and technology transfer to production sites. It also prepares technical reports, product specifications, and safety documentation, and may serve as a subject-matter expert during customer trials, audits, or supplier engagements. The position requires laboratory work conducted in accordance with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols, along with accurate recordkeeping, equipment calibration, and good laboratory practices. The ideal candidate brings technical expertise and analytical precision, communicates effectively, collaborates across global teams, and balances innovation with practical feasibility.
Requirements
- Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or a related discipline.
- Strong knowledge of one or more of electrochemistry, surface science, inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or physical chemistry.
- Experience in formulation chemistry, material science, or chemical process development.
- Proficiency with analytical instrumentation, such as electrochemical techniques (CV, EIS, LSV, CA), XRD, FTIR, GC/MS, HPLC, rheology, and thermal analysis.
- Ability to design experiments, analyze data, and draw scientifically accurate conclusions.
- Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as REACH and GHS, and with safety standards.
- Prior experience in an R&D laboratory environment.
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking ability.
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global teams.
- Adaptability to shifting priorities and evolving project scopes.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s or PhD, depending on specialization.
- Industrial R&D experience is highly advantageous.
Responsibilities
- Design and conduct laboratory experiments to develop chemical formulations, materials, or processes.
- Analyze, interpret, and document experimental results.
- Evaluate the performance, stability, and feasibility of new products.
- Investigate new raw materials, technologies, and methodologies.
- Propose solutions to technical challenges and identify opportunities for product improvements or cost optimization.
- Work with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Procurement, and Commercial.
- Support scale-up activities and technology transfer to production sites.
- Prepare technical reports, product specifications, and safety documentation.
- Act as a subject-matter expert during customer trials, audits, or supplier engagements.
- Ensure laboratory work complies with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.
- Maintain accurate records, calibrate equipment, and follow good laboratory practices.
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Job Type
Full-time
