Chemist I - R&D Specialist

Ann Arbor, MI

Posted: 02/03/2026 Industry: Laboratory - Industrial Chemicals Job Number: 15.26DM Pay Rate: 65,000 - 110,000 + 8% bonus potential Remote Friendly: On-Site Experience:

Job Description

Chemist I – R&D Specialist

Hands on formulation research and project management exposure to ensure sustainable innovation doing silicone formulation.  Implement applied research projects including bench work.  Work in conjunction with the project team and production lines including troubleshooting, application development, and commercialization.

  • Develop new and improved products for the company worldwide in order to meet customer demands in a rapid and timely manner.
  • Provide rapid and timely technical service, assisting Sales and customers.
  • Identify and investigate potential areas of cost savings, product improvements, process efficiencies, and better-Quality Assurance (QA) procedures.
  • Provide technical support to all company departments.
  • Participate in development of new and existing technologies and programs.
  • Effectively interface with suppliers in identifying and qualifying new raw materials.
  • Organize and summarize work in the form of technical reports.
  • Publish or present technical work as appropriate.
  • Join and actively participate in professional technical societies.
  • Characterize, handle, label, manifest, or inspect hazardous waste in accordance with environmental regulations.

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Dave Maxwell at dmaxwell@cps4jobs.com.

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Salary

$85,000 - $110,000 + 8% bonus potential

Benefits Available

Job Requirements

Technical Qualifications:

  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field
  • Minimum of three years of industrial experience, including formulation or an advanced degree in Chemistry or related field
  • Ability to establish priorities and meet target deadlines
  • Working knowledge of lubricants and surface chemistry

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Dave Maxwell at dmaxwell@cps4jobs.com.

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Meet Your Recruiter

Dave Maxwell
Sr Technical Recruiter

Senior Level Recruitment Professional since 1996 with experience in the recruitment and placement of Industrial Chemists and Scientists Nationwide from Executive to Entry level.  Resins, Polymers, Adhesives, Coatings, Plastics, Lubricants, Specialty Chemicals, Agricultural Chemicals, Additives, Inks, Consumer Products, and more!

I have been very successful at bringing top valued talent to my clients and providing expert level guidance to candidates in their career searches.

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