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Associate Chemist jobs are open across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, materials science, environmental testing, and consumer goods manufacturing, with specializations in analytical chemistry, formulation, and quality control, at every level from new-grad to senior associate. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.
The Associate Chemist in this entry-level role will support new product development projects within the Household Products (HP) segment of the Packaging Coatings Division, reporting to the HP R&D Technical Manager. Working under the guidance of experienced team members, the successful candidate will contribute to cross-functional projects that address technical specifications defined by HP Marketing. This position provides opportunities to build technical knowledge while interacting with technical, analytical, quality, manufacturing, sales, and service personnel.
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:
Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
- Support development projects of low complexity within the Household Products segment under close supervision.
- Manage assigned tasks and timelines with guidance from the supervisor or project lead.
- Develop foundational knowledge of packaging coatings chemistry, applications, and testing procedures.
- Provide support to manufacturing and internal customers as directed.
- Assist in designing and executing experiments using the scientific method. Prepare and test coating samples, record and analyze data, and summarize results with guidance.
- Prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical summaries and conclusion reports with guidance.
- Collaborate with members of the technical department, sales, and manufacturing to help address customer needs.
- Build proficiency in assigned laboratory applications, test methods, and procedures.
- Assist with projects that use design of experiments (DOE) and statistical tools.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to the team by assisting colleagues and contributing to shared goals.
- Apply critical-thinking skills, recognize unexpected results, and seek direction or coaching when needed.
- Use historical information, internal resources, and approved search tools to understand projects and help develop work plans.
- Support and attend customer trials as assigned.
- Communicate with the manager, project team, manufacturing, procurement, vendors, and other business partners to support successful product commercialization.
- Work effectively in a team environment and learn from experienced colleagues.
- Follow PCG Stage-Gate, Quality Systems, and applicable procedures.
- Complete assigned work using established laboratory and professional procedures.
- Maintain a safe work area by following all laboratory safety procedures and practices.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
- At least 1 year's laboratory experience gained through academic coursework, research, internships, co-op assignments, or employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or coursework in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, materials science, coatings science, or a related discipline.
- Coursework in general chemistry, organic chemistry, polymers, coatings, or materials science.
- Coursework or hands-on experience in coatings, polymers, materials science, formulation, or related chemical or material systems.
- Experience preparing and testing laboratory samples using established procedures.
- Exposure to product development, manufacturing support, scale-up, customer trials, or commercialization.
- Familiarity with statistical concepts or Design of Experiments methodology.
TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to safely operate standard laboratory equipment and execute experiments using established procedures, test methods, and scientific principles.
- Ability to accurately prepare and test laboratory samples and perform basic laboratory calculations.
- Ability to collect, document, organize, analyze, and interpret experimental data with guidance.
- Ability to recognize unexpected results and apply basic problem-solving skills to laboratory work.
- Ability to follow laboratory safety requirements, quality practices, and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to prepare clear and accurate technical summaries and communicate findings verbally and in writing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Travel Requirements: 10%
Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.
The Associate Chemist in this entry-level role will support new product development projects within the Household Products (HP) segment of the Packaging Coatings Division, reporting to the HP R&D Technical Manager. Working under the guidance of experienced team members, the successful candidate will contribute to cross-functional projects that address technical specifications defined by HP Marketing. This position provides opportunities to build technical knowledge while interacting with technical, analytical, quality, manufacturing, sales, and service personnel.
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:
Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
It's all here for you... let's Create Your Possible
At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/. Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.
Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.
As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
- Support development projects of low complexity within the Household Products segment under close supervision.
- Manage assigned tasks and timelines with guidance from the supervisor or project lead.
- Develop foundational knowledge of packaging coatings chemistry, applications, and testing procedures.
- Provide support to manufacturing and internal customers as directed.
- Assist in designing and executing experiments using the scientific method. Prepare and test coating samples, record and analyze data, and summarize results with guidance.
- Prepare clear, concise, and accurate technical summaries and conclusion reports with guidance.
- Collaborate with members of the technical department, sales, and manufacturing to help address customer needs.
- Build proficiency in assigned laboratory applications, test methods, and procedures.
- Assist with projects that use design of experiments (DOE) and statistical tools.
- Demonstrate a personal commitment to the team by assisting colleagues and contributing to shared goals.
- Apply critical-thinking skills, recognize unexpected results, and seek direction or coaching when needed.
- Use historical information, internal resources, and approved search tools to understand projects and help develop work plans.
- Support and attend customer trials as assigned.
- Communicate with the manager, project team, manufacturing, procurement, vendors, and other business partners to support successful product commercialization.
- Work effectively in a team environment and learn from experienced colleagues.
- Follow PCG Stage-Gate, Quality Systems, and applicable procedures.
- Complete assigned work using established laboratory and professional procedures.
- Maintain a safe work area by following all laboratory safety procedures and practices.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM).
- At least 1 year's laboratory experience gained through academic coursework, research, internships, co-op assignments, or employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or coursework in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, materials science, coatings science, or a related discipline.
- Coursework in general chemistry, organic chemistry, polymers, coatings, or materials science.
- Coursework or hands-on experience in coatings, polymers, materials science, formulation, or related chemical or material systems.
- Experience preparing and testing laboratory samples using established procedures.
- Exposure to product development, manufacturing support, scale-up, customer trials, or commercialization.
- Familiarity with statistical concepts or Design of Experiments methodology.
TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to safely operate standard laboratory equipment and execute experiments using established procedures, test methods, and scientific principles.
- Ability to accurately prepare and test laboratory samples and perform basic laboratory calculations.
- Ability to collect, document, organize, analyze, and interpret experimental data with guidance.
- Ability to recognize unexpected results and apply basic problem-solving skills to laboratory work.
- Ability to follow laboratory safety requirements, quality practices, and standard operating procedures.
- Ability to prepare clear and accurate technical summaries and communicate findings verbally and in writing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Travel Requirements: 10%
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Medical Devices
- Chemicals & Materials
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in associate chemist jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related science field
- Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC-MS, or UV-Vis spectroscopy instrumentation
- Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice or Good Manufacturing Practice standards
- Proficiency in documenting results and maintaining lab notebooks to regulatory standards
- Experience preparing and analyzing samples for quality control or R&D testing
- Ability to interpret analytical data and communicate findings clearly in written reports
Tips for Your Associate Chemist Job Search
Tailor your resume to lab techniques
List the specific instruments and methods you've used, such as HPLC, GC-MS, titration, or spectroscopy. Hiring managers scan for exact technique names, so a generic chemistry resume won't surface you in the right searches.
Highlight GLP and GMP compliance experience
Pharma and biotech postings almost always require Good Laboratory Practice or Good Manufacturing Practice experience. If you've worked under either standard, name it explicitly in your resume's experience section and skills list.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists associate chemist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter postings by industry before applying
An analytical chemistry role at an environmental lab and one at a pharmaceutical manufacturer look similar on paper but require different depth of regulatory knowledge. Identify which sector fits your background and target those openings specifically to avoid a poor interview match.
Prepare for a practical lab skills assessment
Many employers include a bench test or technical exercise before the final interview round. Practice narrating your lab process out loud, since interviewers want to hear your reasoning as much as see your technique.
Negotiate start date around any lab certifications
If you're completing a certification such as a hazardous materials handling credential or an internal GMP training, raise it during the offer conversation. Most hiring managers will adjust a start date rather than lose a qualified candidate who needs two to three weeks.
Associate Chemist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most associate chemists?
The most active employers for associate chemists right now are Eurofins, MilliporeSigma, and Sherwin-Williams, and the most openings are in Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Pharmaceutical manufacturers, environmental testing labs, and specialty chemical producers tend to post the highest volume of associate chemist roles consistently.
How many associate chemist jobs are remote?
About 20% of associate chemist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most chemistry roles. The positions most likely to allow remote work are in data analysis, regulatory documentation, literature review, and computational chemistry rather than bench-based analytical or synthesis work.
How do you become an associate chemist?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a closely related field, since most entry-level postings treat this as a minimum requirement. Build hands-on skills during coursework, undergraduate research, or internships with instruments like HPLC and GC-MS. Applying to lab assistant or quality control technician roles while finishing your degree gives you documented industry experience before you pursue the associate chemist title directly.
Can you get hired as an associate chemist with little experience?
Yes, many employers will hire candidates with limited professional experience if they can demonstrate strong lab fundamentals from coursework or undergraduate research. Emphasize specific techniques you've performed, any research projects where you generated and interpreted data, and any exposure to regulated lab environments. Contract or temp-to-hire positions at testing labs are a common entry point that leads to full-time associate chemist roles.
What does the associate chemist interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen focused on your lab background and technique experience. A hiring manager or lead chemist then conducts a technical interview covering methodology, instrument troubleshooting, and data interpretation. Some companies add a written or practical bench assessment before extending an offer. The full process from initial screen to offer typically runs across two to four rounds.
Where can I find and apply to associate chemist jobs?
You can find and apply to associate chemist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits. Applying as soon as a relevant role appears gives you the best chance of moving to the first screening round before the posting fills.
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