What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist Job position at Nutrien?
Are you a new Chemistry grad looking to having meaningful impact in a hands-on lab role?
Apply now and start building a long-term career with us!
If you’re looking for an organization that prioritizes career growth and is committed to developing its talent in a collaborative team environment —this is your opportunity.
At Arkema, you’ll be part of an organization that values its people. With plenty of training and advancement opportunities, you will be supported to thrive and grow within our global network.
Our values guide how we work every day—not just what we say.
- Inclusion: Everyone deserves to feel respected, supported, and heard.
- Safety & Support: We prioritize safe work practices, proper PPE, clear procedures, and incident reporting without hesitation.
- Empowerment: Training is provided, expectations are clear, and learning is encouraged.
- Teamwork: Success here is built through communication, collaboration, and shared responsibility.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Chemist/Engineer, you will…
- Support project-based lab experiments for our Kynar products (waterborne fluoropolymer-based coatings) as well as work in polymer synthesis
- Conduct experiments consisting of making formulations and testing them for physical, mechanical, and weathering properties
- Develop and conduct research plans, while analyzing and communicating results to other team members, research management, and sometimes customers
- Contribute to testing improvements and upkeep of lab equipment
Qualifications:
Even if you don’t meet all the requirements below, we’d still love to hear from you! Arkema is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We welcome applicants of all genders, identities, backgrounds, and experiences, including veterans and candidates with military service.
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering or related
- No prior work experience required. If you have internship/co-op experience or 1-3 years’ of industry experience in liquid formulation, application development, and/or synthesis that is a plus!
- Associate’s degree in a technical field, coupled with 10 years of industry experience in the same
- Hands-on laboratory skills (academic or professional setting), with ability to conduct experiments safely in a dynamic environment
Explore the links below to learn more about life at Arkema!
Our vision | Arkema Global
Inclusive Workplace | Arkema USA
Total Rewards Well Being | Arkema USA