Where is the Senior Chemist role at Ainsley Search Group based?

This role is based in Levittown, PA.

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

The posting calls for 3–7 years of relevant experience.

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Senior Chemist

Ainsley Search Group · Levittown, PAtodayverified 2 h ago

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Develop and optimize polymer-based adhesive and film formulations, support scale-up and customer technical projects

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Hands-on formulation role with direct customer impact and scale-up from lab to production.

Might not be for you. Heavy customer-facing and cross-functional work; may involve significant time outside the lab.

Mostly at the benchGeneralist First industry roleBS acceptable

Core polymer roleDevelop, modify, and optimize polymer-based adhesive formulations; hands-on experience with polymer chemistry, coatings, films, laminates, adhesives

Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 3–7 yrs
Industry: Aerospace
Role: Formulation / Compounding

Materials

Adhesives394 roles Polymers443 roles Films54 roles Coatings400 roles Laminates12 roles

Role details

We are seeking a hands-on

SR Chemist

to support formulation development, customer-driven innovation, and commercialization activities for advanced polymer-based adhesive and film technologies used in aerospace, defense, and commercial applications.

This role works closely with R&D, Sales, Operations, Engineering, and Quality to develop new formulations, enhance existing products, and support scale-up from lab to production. The position reports directly to the Director of R&D and offers strong visibility and long-term growth potential.

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and optimize polymer-based adhesive formulations for customer and market applications.
Support customer-facing technical projects, including troubleshooting, application development, and formulation improvements.
Serve as a technical advisor to commercial and sales teams regarding product feasibility, performance, and manufacturing considerations.
Execute laboratory experiments, bench work, testing, and validation activities.
Prepare samples, formulations, and test articles for development and technical service work.
Support manufacturing trials, scale-up activities, and process optimization efforts.
Translate laboratory findings into manufacturing-relevant recommendations.
Monitor and document trials, including data packages, technical reports, and validation summaries.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Business Development teams.
Support analytical chemistry activities and coordinate with external testing partners when required.
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior chemists and contribute to a strong lab culture.
Participate in customer meetings and technical discussions as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field required.
3–7 years of experience in product development, technical service, or process development within a manufacturing or laboratory environment.
Hands-on experience with polymer chemistry, coatings, films, laminates, adhesives, or related material systems preferred.
Experience supporting manufacturing trials, scale-up, or commercialization activities strongly preferred.
Strong troubleshooting, experimental design, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced technical environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with solid documentation discipline.
Comfortable working in both laboratory and manufacturing settings.