Staff Chemist

ITW•Danvers, MN

28d•$120,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The Research & Development team is key to driving innovation and business growth. As a Staff Chemist, you’ll develop and commercialize epoxy-based adhesive and coating technologies in a fast-paced environment, combining hands-on lab work, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-impact, customer-focused solutions for a Fortune 200 industry leader. ITW’S BUSINESS MODEL & CULTURE: We have an environment shaped by our decentralized, entrepreneurial culture that brings our exciting ideas to life. Our people thrive in our “flexibility within the framework” approach. We are committed to providing you with growth and development opportunities that maximize your unique potential. Our culture empowers you to think and act like a business owner – we want your entrepreneurial spirit to thrive! Be a part of One ITW/One Team, where everyone’s contribution matters in our quest to achieve our full potential. We live by our Core Values: Simplicity, Shared Risk, Integrity, Trust, Respect

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of industrial R&D experience.
Proven experience in epoxy-based adhesives and coatings development.
Track record of successful product commercialization.
Experience with analytical and testing techniques (DSC, DMA, FTIR, rheology, GC-MS).
Strong understanding of structure–property relationships.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Hands-on formulation expertise.
Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a results-driven approach.

Nice To Haves

PhD or advanced degree in Polymer or Organic Chemistry (preferred).

Responsibilities

Lead formulation and development of new adhesive and coating products.
Drive projects through stage-gate innovation process from concept to commercialization.
Design experiments, interpret results, and deliver technical reports.
Scale formulations from lab to production and support manufacturing transfer.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (manufacturing, marketing, sales).
Conduct patent searches and contribute to intellectual property development.
Support existing products through raw material qualification and performance validation.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Promote, support, and adhere to all safety, environmental, and quality policies and procedures.