Where is the Research Chemist role at Health Marketing based?

This role is based in Littleton, CO.

What degree is required for the Research Chemist role at Health Marketing?

The posting accepts the following combinations: BS + 5 years, MS + 2 years, PhD + 2 years.

How many years of experience does this Research Chemist role require?

The posting calls for at least 5 years of relevant experience.

What techniques or methods are required for this Research Chemist role?

material characterization techniques, mechanical evaluation techniques.

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Research Chemist

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Lead R&D projects in binders and nonwovens, run pilot/plant trials, and support manufacturing.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on pilot/plant trials and formulation work for binders and nonwovens, with cross-functional leadership.

Might not be for you. Moderate to heavy travel (10-20%) to manufacturing sites; role leans toward applied troubleshooting over open-ended research.

Bench and deskGeneralist PhD-friendlyBS acceptable

Core polymer roleBachelor's degree in polymer science... Lead or support technical projects in binders and nonwovens

Seniority: Senior
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 5+ yrs
Industry: General manufacturing
Role: R&D / Research

Materials

binders9 roles nonwovens16 roles

Techniques

material characterization techniques1 rolemechanical evaluation techniques

Role details

Role Overview

The Senior Research Chemist leads and participates in technical projects focused on developing new products and formulations for insulation and engineered products. Key responsibilities include designing and conducting pilot/plant trials, providing technical support for operations and customer issues, and applying expertise to improve product quality and process efficiency. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams, delivering project updates, and utilizing laboratory equipment, statistical tools, and material characterization techniques to analyze data and develop structure/process/property relationships.

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in polymer science, chemistry, or materials science with at least 5 years of R&D experience; Master’s or PhD with 2+ years preferred.
Strong knowledge of chemical reactions, analysis, and mechanical evaluation techniques.
Experience with statistical tools like DOE and ANOVA, plant trials, and working with production teams.
Proven project management, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership abilities.
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and in teams.
Willingness to travel moderate to heavy (10-20%).

Key Duties

Lead or support technical projects in binders and nonwovens.
Apply expertise at manufacturing sites and troubleshoot product/process issues.
Conduct experiments, analyze data, and develop relationships to improve products.
Collaborate with teams and present findings internally and externally.
Perform hands-on laboratory work and support operational needs.