Assistant R&D Chemist

Job Description

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Assistant R&D Chemist to conduct research and development testing on a daily basis. This role involves running specific formulation-based experiments to evaluate the applicability of new chemical formulas and performing necessary wet chemistry and analytical methods to ensure products meet specifications. Documentation of all laboratory data and assisting chemists with active projects, presentations to customers, and other R&D related activities are also key components of this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D testing on a daily basis.
• Run specific formulation-based experiments to determine the applicability of new chemical formulas.
• Perform necessary wet chemistry and analytical methods to ensure products meet specifications.
• Document all laboratory data as needed.
• Assist senior chemists with active projects, presentations to customers, and other R&D related activities.

• Proficiency in chemistry.
• Experience in performing chemistry testing and formulation-based experiments.
• Strong knowledge of formulation techniques.
• Expertise in analytical chemistry and wet chemistry.
• Background in research and development.

• Knowledge of barrier coatings.

This position is based in a chemistry-focused R&D laboratory. The work schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, totaling 40 to 45 hours per week. The role offers amazing benefits and career progression opportunities to chemist-level roles.

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr.

Amazing benefits. Their medical coverage is extremely low and one of the lowest costs with the most coverage out of any company we work with. It's $13.25 per month for medical benefits ($159 per year - worth $10,000 to $20,000 per year of benefits that the company pays).

They have dental, vision, and 401k match as well.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Milwaukee,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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