Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Title: Analytical Chemist
Job Description
Support, lead, and develop the Research and Development (R&D) team to create innovative new products. Engage in field testing, scale-up processes, and the development of new polymers, adhesives, epoxies, and other coatings.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support the R&D team in creating new products.
- Perform field testing and scale-up processes.
- Develop new polymers, adhesives, epoxies, and other coatings.
- Drive continuous improvement activities within the R&D department.
- Manage product development projects and ensure timely delivery.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory standards in R&D for coatings and adhesives.
Essential Skills
- Expertise in chemistry and analytical chemistry.
- Proficiency in research and development processes.
- Experience with scale-up, polymer chemistry, and epoxy.
- Understanding of adhesives and raw material testing.
- Experience in polymer synthesis.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Masters or PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering.
- 5+ years of experience leading R&D teams.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards for coatings and adhesives.
Work Environment
The role requires working 100% onsite at the Westwood facility. The standard schedule is Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an option to align with the production schedule of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Westwood, Massachusetts.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $140000.00/yr.
They have full vision, dental, health, and vacation. They have great benefits for medical leave as well.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Westwood,MA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 10, 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.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.