What are the responsibilities and job description for the Formulation Chemist position at Actalent?
Job Title: Formulation Chemist
Job Description
We are seeking a Formulation Chemist to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will perform chemical formulation and product development of pigments and inhibitors. This includes sourcing raw materials, developing chemical formulas, and establishing quality testing metrics. Your role will also involve assisting production with scale-up, conducting research experiments to determine the viability of chemical formulas, and managing multiple projects to ensure adherence to timelines. You will also work with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance of all raw materials and completed formulas. As an integral part of our team, you will train, guide, and coach less experienced chemists on daily R&D activities and formulation processes.
Hard Skills
- Chemical formulation and product development
- Sourcing raw materials
- Developing chemical formulas
- Establishing quality testing metrics
- Assisting production with scale-up
- Conducting research experiments
- Regulatory compliance
- Project management
Soft Skills
- Strong formulation experience
- Leadership
- Ability to work under a growth mindset
- High level of initiative
- Inquisitive thought processes
- Integrity
- Customer presentations
- Interacting with customers
Work Environment
You will be working in an R&D chemical laboratory. The working hours are 1st shift, Monday through Friday, with flexible hours.
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.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $90,000 - $130,000