Principal Chemist

Ecolab is seeking a Principal Chemist to develop and advance technical platforms satisfying both business and customer needs. In this role you will be responsible for performing and leading research, development and problem solving projects to enable new product and platform development. You will work closely with anchor and divisional RDE teams to design execute and communicate results. We are seeking candidates who have strong collaboration and teamwork skills, are self-motivated, have good communication skills, are creative problem solvers, and possess strong observation and perception skills.

What’s in it For You:

The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments

The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth

The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

What You Will Do :

Develop and transfer phase 0-1 chemistry and formulation concepts

Collaborate with anchor and divisional research scientists/RDE leaders on new development projects and platforms

Actively engage in development of new platforms that meet strategic business needs

Interpret experimental data and communicate results clearly to peers and project teams in written reports and oral presentations

Provide consulting on experimental design, mentoring, and work direction for junior lab scientists

Maintain employee safety standards, including 6S lab standards

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of R&D experience; Master’s Degree and 3 years of R&D experience; or . and 1 year of R&D experience

1 year of formulation chemistry experience

Experience working with EPIC/CAS

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong problem solving skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Understanding of fundamental physical/chemical properties and structural activity relationships

Working knowledge of statistics

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.to see our benefits. 

Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab. 

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.