Associate Scientist; Particle Science
Listed on 2026-02-17
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Science
Research Scientist
As we create a colourful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.
Creating Essential Chemistry That The World NeedsAt Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.
Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high‑performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high‑quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure—sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.
Chemours is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our Titanium Technologies Pigment Technology team. This position will be available at the Chemours Discovery Hub in Newark, DE
. This position will report directly to the R&D Staff Supervisor and receive functional guidance from the Particle Characterization Laboratory leads.
The Associate Scientist will support analytical testing and method development for the Particle Characterization Laboratory, assisting all business units at the Discovery Hub with R&D and manufacturing initiatives.
Responsibilities- Basic laboratory tasks including
- Safe handling of hazardous chemicals, including acids/bases and solvents
- Preparing samples (powders, slurries, and dispersions) for analysis
- Characterising samples using various analytical techniques, including particle size (laser diffraction and disc centrifuge), particle dustiness, and adsorption techniques
- Assembling, calibrating and troubleshooting equipment when necessary
- Documenting results and procedures and logging results in online databases
- Following safety, quality (ISO
9001), and standard operating procedures - Working collaboratively in team environment
- BS degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or related field and 5+ years of experience
- High school diploma/General Education Degree (GED) and 10+ years of lab experience
- Basic computer competency (including Microsoft suite) and communication skills
- Ability to work in both independent and team‑oriented environments
- Strong attention to detail
- Willingness to learn new techniques and methods when required
- Experience in analytical laboratory environment
- Experience in particle sizing methods
- Proficient with computers and Microsoft Excel
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits Packages
- 401(k) Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Commuter Benefits
- Learning and Development Opportunities Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives
- Company‑paid Volunteer Day
$73,947.00 - $
Chemours Level23
Annual Bonus Target6%
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Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation.
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