Senior Chemist

Recruits Lab
Salt Lake City, UT

Job Title: Senior Chemist

Location: On-site / Hybrid (flexible based on candidate)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: Competitive salary + benefits (based on experience)About the Role


We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Chemist to lead advanced research, formulation, and analytical initiatives within a fast-growing, innovation-driven environment. This individual will play a critical role in developing and optimizing chemical products, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving continuous improvement across laboratory operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader who thrives in both strategic and technical capacities and is eager to make a meaningful impact.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead formulation development, testing, and optimization of chemical products
  • Design and execute experiments to support R&D initiatives and product innovation
  • Oversee analytical testing using techniques such as HPLC, GC, FTIR, and other instrumentation
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, safety protocols, and quality systems
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, and regulatory teams
  • Troubleshoot complex chemical and process-related issues
  • Mentor junior chemists and lab technicians
  • Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and SOPs
  • Support scale-up processes from lab to production


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred)
  • 5–10+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Strong background in formulation chemistry and analytical methods
  • Experience working in regulated environments (e.g., FDA, GMP, ISO)
  • Proven ability to lead projects and drive results independently
  • Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  • Strong communication and leadership capabilities


Preferred Experience

  • Experience in specialty chemicals, pharmaceuticals, cannabis/hemp, or consumer products
  • Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory submissions
  • Prior experience scaling formulations from R&D to commercial production


Why Apply

  • High-impact role with visibility across the organization
  • Opportunity to lead cutting-edge product development initiatives
  • Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong growth potential


If you're a driven chemist looking to take ownership of complex projects and help shape innovative products, we encourage you to apply.

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