Senior Scientist

A rapidly growing advanced materials and specialty chemicals manufacturer serving the semiconductor and high-tech industries is seeking a Senior Scientist - Synthetic Chemistry to join its Research & Development organization.

This position will play a key role in developing next-generation ultra-high-purity chemical products used in advanced manufacturing applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and executing synthetic chemistry programs, developing scalable manufacturing processes, solving complex technical challenges, and driving innovation from laboratory development through commercialization.

This is a highly visible position that offers the opportunity to contribute directly to new product development, intellectual property generation, process optimization, and the long-term growth strategy of a global technology-focused organization.

• Design and execute synthetic chemistry research programs for new and existing products.
• Develop and optimize synthetic pathways with consideration for safety, scalability, manufacturing cost, intellectual property, and commercial viability.
• Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies to efficiently develop and improve chemical processes.
• Conduct hands-on laboratory work involving complex organic, inorganic, and specialty chemical synthesis.
• Analyze experimental data, troubleshoot technical challenges, and develop practical solutions.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and technical documentation supporting intellectual property generation.
• Develop process improvements and support scale-up activities from laboratory to manufacturing environments.
• Utilize statistical methods including DOE, ANOVA, SPC, confidence intervals, and data modeling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, engineering, quality, and commercial groups.
• Support safe operation within a Process Safety Management (PSM) environment.

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related scientific discipline.
• Strong background in synthetic chemistry and laboratory process development.
• Hands-on experience with reaction design, purification methods, process optimization, and scale-up.
• Experience designing experiments and analyzing data using DOE methodologies.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple research projects simultaneously.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working in industrial, specialty chemical, semiconductor, advanced materials, or high-purity chemical environments is highly desirable.

• Opportunity to develop next-generation materials serving semiconductor and advanced technology industries.
• Direct involvement in product innovation and IP generation.
• Highly visible role with growth potential.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, fitness reimbursement, education assistance, and long-term disability coverage.