Does Arkema sponsor H-1B visas?

Arkema has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Chemist Job role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Chemist Job role at Arkema based?

This role is based in Wauwatosa, WI.

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

The posting calls for at least 0 years of relevant experience.

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Chemist Job

Arkema · Wauwatosa, WItoday

BS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $126k (389 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Develop and test adhesive products for durable goods, supporting scale-up and customer applications.

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Entry-level R&D role at a global specialty chemicals leader, with international technical exchange and customer-facing work.

Might not be for you. 70% lab work with some travel and customer support; not a pure research position.

Mostly at the benchGeneralist First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Core polymer roleAdhesive application methods, general adhesive chemistry; B.S. in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science Engineering

H-1B filings

Arkema filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Scientist - Polymer Characterization, Lead Applications Engineer (High Performance Polymers), Chemical Process Engineer. Median filed pay: $97K a year.

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Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 0+ yrs
Industry: Chemicals
Role: R&D / Research

Materials

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Role details

Chemist - Adhesives Job Summary -Contribute to the development of products for NA Durable Goods business in coordination with R&D team. -Support production scale up for designated new products in conjunction with plant engineering and R&D team. -Provide support for customer and plant problems as they arise. -Work closely with Sales, Business Development and customers to discover and validate new opportunities. -Participate in technical exchanges with colleagues in Europe and Asia. -Support other product development activities as appropriate. -Comply with lab safety and 5S policies. -Travel up to 10%.

Essential Duties

& Responsibilities: -Laboratory work and testing for customer requests including preparation of written and presentation reports as appropriate. 70%. -Meetings/interactions with sales, business development, customers and plants including travel. 10%. -Internal coordination and strategy development with business development, sales, and international team to identify and grow new business opportunities. 10%. -Contributions to site lab activities including safety, maintenance, and 5S. 10%.

Minimum Qualifications

and Education Required Min Years of Experience 0 Education and area of focus B.S. in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science Engineering or equivalent. Competencies -Knowledge Skills & Abilities Adhesive application methods, general adhesive chemistry, experience preferred in applications for the transportation and assembly markets, Use of Microsoft Office tools, presentation skills, ability to manage multiple projects HES Requirement -Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements -Participates in HES activities provided by site management and Arkema Inc.

(e.g., Behavioral Base Safety, SafeStart, etc.) -Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents