• Research Chemist

    Actalent (Painesville, OH)


    Job Title: Research Chemist

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Research Chemist to join our team specializing in additives for chemicals within the paints and coatings industry. The role will focus on product testing and development, primarily supplying metal organics.

    Responsibilities

    + Conduct product testing for customers in the paints and coatings industry.

    + Report to the Technical Service Chemist and/or Global Technical Manager.

    + Develop and improve products.

    + Evaluate and approve raw materials.

    + Work independently at times and provide results.

    Essential Skills

    + Degree in Chemistry or a related Science.

    + Minimum of 3 years' experience in a lab focused on polymers, coating additives, or resins.

    + Experience in synthesis and characterization of chemical compounds.

    + Proficiency in Alkyd testing.

    + Understanding of the requirements for evaluating customer products in the coatings, inks, UPR, and catalyst industries.

    + Experience in an ISO environment.

    + Ability to run basic analytical equipment.

    + Capability to set up and run equipment for catalyst performance evaluations.

    + Meticulous attention to detail, conscientious, and creative.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Knowledge of analytical chemistry, wet chemistry, R&D, titration, FTIR, and gas chromatography.

    + Experience in quality control and formulation.

    + Familiarity with polymers and raw material testing.

    Work Environment

    You will work in a laboratory setting, where meticulous attention to detail is required. The lab environment is growing, offering numerous opportunities for professional development.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Painesville, Ohio.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Painesville,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.