Associate Scientist

Job Highlights

• Support R&D and customer projects in the microbial control space for all market segments including consumer products, paints and coatings, construction materials, water, and the energy industries as a key member of the analytical chemistry team.
• Utilize chromatographic techniques including HPLC, LC-MS, LC-MS/MS, GC, GC-MS, and IC to guide technical efforts and support both internal and external customers.
• Development new analytical methods to support new products and regulatory needs.
• Perform GLP analyses in support of internal regulatory and toxicology group needs.
• 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.

Experience / Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• A minimum of 3 years of industrial laboratory experience in a research, product development, or technical application setting as an analytical chemist.
• Demonstrated prior experience with HPLC and GC analytical techniques in an industrial setting. Familiarity with LC-MS and GC-MS a plus.
• Practical experience analyzing small molecules in complex matrices required
• Basic knowledge of analytical software packages like Agilent OpenLab required.
• Experience working in a GLP environment preferred.
• 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.
• Experience working in a team-oriented research setting to drive projects toward completion preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and creative thinking.

Who we are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability. Be part of it!

What we offer

• Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program. Please note, the actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, education, and skill level.
• Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
• Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
• Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.

LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.

We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!

Join the LANXESS team!