RESEARCH ASSOCIATE I

Job Title: Research Associate I

Location: Wilmington, DE

Duration: 

Pay: $29-$35 per hour 

Summary:

• Work Mode: Onsite

Responsibilities:

• Lead application-focused research efforts to provide direct technical support to R&D projects in paints and coatings, construction materials, water, and energy industries, fostering innovation.
• Contribute to the development of company formulations using new and existing active ingredients and next-generation delivery technologies.
• Utilize analytical chemistry techniques, including HPLC, to characterize the performance criteria of new formulations.
• Collaborate with lead scientists, other research associates, and broader interdisciplinary teams, including regulatory, marketing, and product development, to support and drive projects from concept to commercialization.
• Effectively manage time across multiple projects and competing demands, demonstrating a proactive approach to execution.
• Maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment while assuring compliance with safety regulations.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years of industrial laboratory experience in a research, product development, or technical application setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience with analytical techniques (HPLC) and industrial product formulation.
• Experience working in a team-oriented research setting to drive projects toward completion.