What is the salary for the R&D Chemist – Formulation & Scale-Up role at Jain Chem, Ltd.?

The listed annual base salary range is $65K–$70K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the R&D Chemist – Formulation & Scale-Up role at Jain Chem, Ltd. based?

This role is based in Taylors, SC.

How many years of experience does this R&D Chemist – Formulation & Scale-Up role require?

The posting calls for at least 2 years of relevant experience.

What techniques or methods are required for this R&D Chemist – Formulation & Scale-Up role?

HPLC, FTIR, wet chemistry, physical-property testing.

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R&D Chemist – Formulation & Scale-Up

Jain Chem, Ltd. · Taylors, SCtoday

$65k – $70kfrom the posting

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Short lab-to-plant path: design the experiment, run the pilot, and be on the floor for the first production batch at a 27-reactor toll manufacturer.

Might not be for you. Broad generalist scope across many chemistries and heavy cross-functional/customer support — less deep specialization than a dedicated polymer R&D group.

Mostly at the benchGeneralist First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Heads-up: Written responses required

Core polymer rolePerform hands-on synthetic, polymer, and wet chemistry; polymer chemistry experience preferred; coatings, adhesives applications

Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 2+ yrs
Industry: Chemicals
Role: Formulation / Compounding

Materials

polymers416 roles coatings392 roles adhesives378 roles

Techniques

HPLC51 roles FTIR184 roles wet chemistry16 rolesphysical-property testing

Benefits

professional development assistance

Role details

Job Overview

Jain Chem is a family-owned specialty chemical manufacturer in Taylors, SC, making custom and toll-manufactured products for major coatings, adhesives, building-materials, and textile companies since 1975. We're looking for an R&D Chemist to help with product and process development from bench through full-scale production.

This is a hands-on role with real range. You will work on diverse chemistries from simple blends to complex polymers. The path from lab to plant is short: you'll design the experiment, run the pilot, and be on the floor for the first production batch. You'll work directly with Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and customers, and your work will have a visible impact on the business.

Responsibilities

Develop and improve formulations, chemical processes, and test methods for new and existing products
Design and run experiments, analyze results, and translate findings into manufacturing parameters
Perform hands-on synthetic, polymer, and wet chemistry, including blending and analytical testing
Run and interpret HPLC, FTIR, and physical-property testing
Lead lab-to-plant scale-up, including pilot and production trials, process transfer, and commercialization
Troubleshoot raw-material, formulation, process, and finished-product quality issues
Provide technical support to Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, suppliers, and customers, including application support and formulation modifications
Write clear technical reports, test procedures, lab records, and trial documentation
Manage multiple projects at once, independently and with cross-functional teams
Keep the lab safe, organized, and compliant

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a closely related field
2+ years of hands-on experience in a lab, pilot plant, or chemical manufacturing environment
Proven experience in product or process development and formulation
Strong wet chemistry and synthetic chemistry skills
Experience with analytical instrumentation, including HPLC and FTIR
Track record of scaling products from lab to plant and solving manufacturing problems
Strong written and verbal communication, including with customers

Preferred Qualifications

Polymer chemistry experience
Background in toll or contract manufacturing
Experience with coatings, adhesives, or specialty chemical applications

Skills

Polymer Chemistry
Formulation
Synthetic Chemistry
Wet Chemistry
Scale-up
Process Development
Product Development
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
Technical Service
Troubleshooting
Pilot Plant

About

Jain Chem, Ltd. is a family-owned specialty chemical toll and contract manufacturer headquartered in Taylors, South Carolina. Since 1975, we've partnered with leading companies in coatings, adhesives, building materials, and textiles to develop and produce custom chemistries at scale. We operate over 27 reactors and are ISO 9001:2015 certified.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Have you taken a product or process from lab bench to pilot or full-scale production? Briefly describe.
Do you have a bachelor's degree (or higher) in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, materials science, or a closely related field? Briefly describe.

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Formulation or product development: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Taylors, SC 29687 (Required)

Work Location: In person