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Job Title: Senior Chemist
Location: On-site / Hybrid (flexible based on candidate)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive salary benefits (based on experience)About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Chemist to lead advanced research, formulation, and analytical initiatives within a fast-growing, innovation-driven environment. This individual will play a critical role in developing and optimizing chemical products, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across laboratory operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in both strategic and technical capacities and is eager to make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead formulation development, testing, and optimization of chemical products
- Design and execute experiments to support R&D initiatives and product innovation
- Oversee analytical testing using techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, and other instrumentation
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, safety protocols, and quality systems
- Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, and regulatory teams
- Troubleshoot complex chemical and process-related issues
- Mentor junior chemists and lab technicians
- Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and SOPs
- Support scale-up processes from lab to production
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred)
- 5–10 years of relevant industry experience
- Strong background in formulation chemistry and analytical methods
- Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., FDA, GMP, ISO)
- Proven ability to lead projects and drive results independently
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication and leadership capabilities
Preferred Experience
- Experience in specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, cannabis/hemp, or consumer products
- Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory submissions
- Prior experience scaling formulations from R&D to commercial production
Why Apply
- High-impact role with visibility across the organization
- Opportunity to lead cutting-edge product development initiatives
- Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong growth potential
If you're a driven chemist looking to take ownership of complex projects and help shape innovative products, we encourage you to apply.
Salary : $110,000 - $125,000