Research & Development Chemist

Research & Development Chemist

Heraeus Precious Metals

Location Santa Fe Springs – California

Permanent

Full Time

Pay Range Min.$

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• Design, develop, and optimize innovative chemical products, formulations, and manufacturing processes that support business growth.
• Plan and execute laboratory research using sound scientific methodologies to solve complex technical challenges.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Commercial, and Global Innovation teams to transition new products from development to commercial production.
• Lead process improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, manufacturing efficiency, safety, and cost performance.
• Utilize advanced analytical instrumentation (ICP, NMR, IR, UV/Vis, and related technologies) to characterize materials and evaluate product performance.
• Analyze scientific data, interpret results, and develop technical recommendations for product and process improvements.
• Manage multiple research and development projects while meeting timelines, budgets, and business objectives.
• Develop technical documentation, laboratory procedures, specifications, and reports to support manufacturing and regulatory requirements.
• Support root cause investigations, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory safety, environmental, quality, and regulatory standards while promoting a strong safety culture.

Education

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline with 0–2 years of relevant industrial experience;
  or
• Master's degree in Chemistry or related field with 3–5 years of industrial research and development experience;
  or
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related scientific discipline with progressively responsible industrial research experience.
• Experience in precious metals, specialty chemicals, catalysts, or advanced materials is strongly preferred.

Experience & Technical Skills

• Research and development experience within chemical manufacturing or specialty chemicals.
• Strong background in experimental design, laboratory investigations, and scientific problem-solving.
• Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as ICP, NMR, IR, UV/Vis, or similar laboratory equipment.
• Experience with process development, scale-up, and manufacturing support.
• Ability to analyze complex scientific data and communicate technical findings effectively.
• Experience collaborating on cross-functional technical projects in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, chemical handling, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Chem Draw, scientific software, and advanced Excel skills.

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