Senior Level Chemist Jobs
Senior level chemist jobs place experienced professionals in charge of research direction, experimental outcomes, and the teams or projects driving them forward. Openings are split across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Chemicals & Materials, Food & Beverage, and Medical Devices, with Akron Rubber Development Laboratory, Elanco, and Fortrex hiring at this level now.
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Akron Rubber Development Laboratory, Inc., an industry-leading independent testing laboratory for rubber, plastic and latex, is looking to fill the position of Rubber Compounding Chemist-Sr. Technical Advisor. If you have a passion for solving rubber/plastics problems, you will instantly feel at home among our team of rubber and plastics experts, with the best technicians and testing equipment at our disposal. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience as a formulation/production chemist in a rubber or plastics production environment and be able to troubleshoot formulation, mixing, molding, calendering, and or extrusion processes. The candidate must understand testing properties of rubber and plastics and be able to make decisions based on testing results. This position requires time management, decision making, and excellent organizational skills. This position entails working on a variety of projects at one time, customer follow-up, report writing, project collaboration, and willingness to be a team player. This position also entails mentoring and helping to grow younger chemists and technicians. This is a full-time on-site position offering medical, dental, vision benefits, 401k and paid vacation. Please submit resume and salary requirements.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- formulation/production chemist in rubber or plastics: 10 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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- Akron Rubber Development Laboratory2
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- Celanese1
- MicroCare1
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Senior Level Chemist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level chemist job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for deep technical expertise in a specific chemistry discipline, a history of leading projects from concept to completion, and demonstrated ability to mentor junior scientists. Strong candidates bring a publication record, patent contributions, or measurable process improvements to their applications. Presenting cross-functional collaboration experience and ownership of experimental design gives a real edge at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level chemists?
Companies hiring senior level chemists right now include Akron Rubber Development Laboratory, Elanco, and Fortrex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including large pharmaceutical and specialty chemical manufacturers, government research agencies, and contract research organizations that need experienced chemists to lead technical programs.
Are there remote senior level chemist jobs?
Yes, though availability depends on the specialty. About 0% of senior level chemist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with the remote share concentrated in regulatory, computational, and quality assurance roles. Lab-intensive positions in synthesis, materials science, and analytical chemistry typically require on-site presence.
What makes a chemist role senior level?
A senior level chemist role is defined by ownership and scope: you are expected to set technical direction, design and defend experimental strategies, and take accountability for outcomes rather than executing tasks assigned by others. Senior roles also carry responsibility for mentoring junior and mid-level chemists, contributing to hiring decisions, and representing the chemistry function in cross-departmental or client-facing discussions.
Which industries hire the most senior level chemists?
Senior Level chemist roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials, Food & Beverage, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they require experienced scientists who can lead complex regulatory submissions, develop proprietary formulations, or advance materials research programs that demand both deep technical knowledge and project leadership.