Chemist
BS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $126k (345 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Develop new concrete admixture products, run DOE, test materials, and support production plants and customers.
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Own admixture formulation end-to-end — DOE, customer approvals, and plant scale-up — at a global construction-chemicals leader.
Might not be for you. Cement and concrete chemistry focus, not polymer science; requires 5 years experience with a BS.
Adjacent materials roleBachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science... Concrete Admixtures Formulation; Analytical instruments, including HPLC, FTIR
H-1B filings
Sika filed 3 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.
Most common titles: Chemist, Senior Materials Engineer. Median filed pay: $105K a year.
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- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Industry
- Construction
- Role
- R&D / Research
Role details
Responsible for developing new products and providing technical support to production plants and customers. Independently develop new products according to customer specifications. Develop DOE and Design FEMA for product development. Participate in three-year or long-term product/technology planning. Evaluate new testing instrument and make recommendations for capital expenditures. Define new product QA requirements to ensure product quality and performance. Responsible for transferring new products/technologies to the processing group. Perform initial material testing and gain material approvals from customers. Provide technical support to manufacturing plant to assure product quality.
Support QS 9000, PCP and PSP processes. Keep accurate records and maintain good laboratory notebook practice. Publish Research Proposals, Field Trial Proposals and Product Releases. Publish progress reports, trip reports and monthlies on approved projects. Initiate and attend technical presentation from raw material suppliers. Maintain a safe, tidy and harassment free work environment. Maintain assigned equipment in a good operating condition. Production Scale‐up, Reporting and presentation. Teamwork and qualification of alternative raw materials used for Concrete admixtures. Up to 10% domestic travel required.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Geology, or a closely related field and five (5) years of related experience or a Master’s degree plus three (3) years of related experience. Experience must include Two (2) years of: PCP (Product Creation Process); DOE techniques and features; Concrete Admixtures Formulation; Product Specification creation; QC for Production and for Customers; Concrete and cement chemistry; Concrete testing including slump, air, Setting times, compressive strengths; Analytical instruments, including HPLC, FTIR, and wet methods like titration; MDG-M code creation process knowledge; SAP system knowledge.
401k with Generous Company Match Bonuses Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits Paid Parental Leave Life Insurance Disability Insurance Paid time off, paid holidays Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements Education Assistance Professional Development Opportunities Employee Referral Program & More! Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply.
As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics. We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
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