Research Chemist

JOB TITLE:

Research Chemist

REPORTS TO: Senior Chemist

STATUS: Full-time, exempt

LOCATION: Bellingham, WA (on-site)

SALARY RANGE: $85,000-$95,000/year based on experience and qualifications

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional FSA/HSA, 401k with 6% employer match, life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 21.67 days of paid time off + 10 holidays

About Tidal Vision:

We believe that sustainability should not require customers to compromise on price, convenience, or performance. Our mission is to create positive and systemic environmental impact by making our biopolymer solutions cost competitive, more convenient, and better performing than the synthetic chemicals we displace. We value innovation and take pride in challenging the status-quo; we choose to view obstacles as opportunities. We value new ideas and encourage the team to apply creativity and invent new solutions to meet challenging demands. We foster open, direct communication, and a collaborative working environment through our unique approach to work culture. We value our employees and demonstrate that through our compensation and benefits programs and opportunities for growth and development.

About Tidal Vision's Unique Work Culture:

Tidal Vision strives to build and invest in the highest performing and most innovative team. We put our people and customers above process, avoid company-wide rules as much as possible, and have the courage to take unusual approaches to advance our mission. With this approach, we believe we can create a more flexible, fun, stimulating, creative, collaborative, and innovative organization.

Our commitment to developing, practicing and promoting direct and open communication, responsibility and freedom, and leading with and seeking context is a responsibility for every role at Tidal Vision.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Research Chemist will directly assist a Senior Chemist with research projects, focusing on chitin and chitosan biopolymer chemistry, and including polymer synthesis and modification. The Research Chemist will be responsible for preparing experimental recipes and following experimental strategies as directed by the Senior Chemist, as well as performing chemical analysis. The position will also participate in experimental strategy sessions, project reviews, and directed and self-directed literature reviews.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare experimental recipes as directed by the Senior Chemist
• Follow experimental strategies and designs as directed by the Senior Chemist
• Perform chemical analysis at the direction of the Senior Chemist or the analytical chemistry team
• Participate in experimental strategy sessions and project reviews
• Conduct directed and self-directed literature reviews focusing on topics of industrial interest
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper functioning
• Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and results
• Collaborate with other members of the research team to achieve research goals
• Communicate research findings to the Senior Chemist and other members of the research team
• Prioritize laboratory safety, green chemistry, and sustainable industrial practices
• Provide vocal feedback throughout the research process

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field and/or 2+ years demonstrable experience in chemical synthesis/functionalization projects
• Laboratory experience involving biochemistry and/or biopolymers
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills specific to a laboratory setting
• Positive attitude towards sustainable and green practices
• Ability to work independently and creatively in a scientific environment

Licensing & Special Requirements

• Incumbent is subject to a criminal background check

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Most of the work is performed in a laboratory environment. Sitting or standing for long periods may be required. The ability to hear, smell, and move freely is critical to the safety for this role. Proper PPE is required.

Tidal Vision provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.