Formulation Chemist

Job Title: Formulation Chemist

Location: Chesterfield, MO, 63017 

Work Type:  Onsite
 

Job Description: 

• Role is with a formulation and delivery team.
• Will work with research scientists in developing next generation herbicide products and in supporting both R&D activities, and to some extent, commercially launched products. 
• Evaluates the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances in order to investigate their applications in formulated products. 
• Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area. 
• Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. 
• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.
• Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. 
• Diligently records all laboratory tasks performed and related procedures and findings in electronic laboratory notebook system. 
• Requires hands-on lab experience and interest in doing lab work. 
• Will work on various projects and follow SOP's and basic lab techniques, using equipment that includes – e.g., pH meters, mixers/agitators, homogenizers, and milling equipment. 
•  Rheometer and interfacial measurement experience is a plus, as is proficiency in chemistry/chemical engineering principles, including mass-balance calculations. 
• Some industrial experience in formulation development preferred -e.g., with pesticides, foods, cosmetics, consumer products, and/or paints & coatings.