Job Description:

The Formulation Chemist supports the development, evaluation, and optimization of agricultural formulations through laboratory experimentation, testing, and analysis. This role requires a strong foundation in chemistry, hands-on laboratory experience, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced research and development environment. The successful candidate will contribute to formulation development activities while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and documentation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop, and evaluate agricultural chemical formulations in a laboratory setting.
• Conduct physical property and stability testing, including analysis of viscosity, density, particle size, suspension stability, and other formulation performance characteristics.
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory-scale mixing, blending, milling, and related formulation processing equipment.
• Accurately collect, analyze, document, and communicate experimental data, observations, and results.
• Follow all laboratory safety protocols, environmental guidelines, and company procedures to maintain a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with formulation scientists, project teams, and cross-functional partners to support product development objectives.
• Assist with formulation optimization efforts by identifying technical challenges and recommending potential solutions.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and workspaces in accordance with organizational standards.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously while adapting to changing priorities and timelines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline.
• 1-3 years of laboratory experience in formulation development, product development, chemical testing, or a related technical environment.
• Strong understanding of chemical principles and laboratory practices.
• Hands-on experience performing physical property testing, including viscosity, density, stability, and related analytical evaluations.
• Experience operating laboratory-scale mixing, blending, milling, or particle size reduction equipment.
• Proven ability to accurately record experimental procedures, data, and observations.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• Self-motivated with a flexible approach and the ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of formulation development concepts, particularly within agricultural chemicals, crop protection products, specialty chemicals, coatings, or related industries.
• Experience supporting research and development projects from concept through laboratory validation.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis, formulation characterization techniques, and laboratory data management systems.

This is a Contract position based out of Chesterfield, MO.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Chesterfield,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 2026.

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