Senior Research Scientist - Lubrication

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NCH Corporation - Join Our Lubricants R&D Team as a Senior Research Scientist

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of science and technology? Do you want to make a real-world impact by developing cutting-edge lubricants and fuel additive products? At NCH, the largest independent manufacturer of lubricants in North America, we're looking for a driven, creative, and highly organized Senior Scientist to help us revolutionize the future of advanced performance lubricants! 

To understand more about our Company, please check out our North American website where our products are sold under the Certified Labs™ brand   www.certifiedlabs.com

As part of our Lubricants R&D Team, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, designing high-performance formulas and taking them from concept to real-world application. You'll have the freedom to explore new ideas, develop game-changing products, and be a key player in the exciting industries we serve.

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to shape the future with a dynamic team, and make a lasting impact across industries like agriculture, construction, mining, energy, and more. We’re all about cutting-edge research, teamwork, and making things happen!

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead Exciting Projects – You’ll take new product and process innovations from concept to commercial launch. Your ideas will help define the future of lubricants and fuel additives.

Invent and Improve – Create new formulas and fine-tune existing ones in the lab. Drive product specs, manufacturing processes, and performance tests that push the envelope.

Drive Innovation – You’ll be the spark that generates fresh ideas, uncovers new growth opportunities, and develops groundbreaking solutions for tough industry challenges.

Global Impact – Work with our teams worldwide to enhance product manufacturing and make improvements on a global scale. Your work will touch industries everywhere, from mining in Australia to largest construction companies in the U.S.!

Analyze and Present – Dive deep into data, identify trends, and present your findings to key stakeholders, influencing major decisions.

Lead and Mentor – Share your knowledge with the next generation of scientists. Help your team grow while learning from them too in this collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Hands-On Troubleshooting – Tackle real-world challenges with creative problem-solving and take charge of non-conformance issues to ensure our products are industry leading.

Collaborate Across Teams – Work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Global Platforms to make sure our products hit the mark and create buzz in the market.

What We’re Looking For:

• A Strong Science Background – You hold a degree in Chemistry, Engineering, or a related scientific field, and you're passionate about applying your knowledge to real-world challenges.
• 10-20 Years of Hands-On Experience in R&D – You bring experience working in a grease, lubricant, or fuel additive lab environment or related lab/production setting.
• Expertise in Grease or Lubricant Chemistry – Whether it’s testing, production, or applications, you understand how to optimize lubricants for performance.
• Knowledge of Tribology & Rheology Preferred
• Problem-Solving Pro at Heart – You’re a natural critical thinker who loves digging into complex problems and finding creative, practical solutions. Whether it’s troubleshooting a product issue or improving a formula, you’re the person who gets results.
• Tech-Savvy – You’re comfortable with the MS Office Suite and can use data to make informed decisions. Whether you're presenting findings or analyzing results, you’ve got the tools to do it all.
• Clear Communicator – You know how to communicate your ideas clearly and confidently, both in writing and in person. Whether you’re explaining a new discovery to the team or sharing insights with senior leadership, you can make complex concepts easy to understand.
• Fast Learner & Adaptable – You pick up new concepts quickly and can easily apply them in new contexts. You're excited to learn, grow, and take on new challenges, and you’re always looking for ways to improve your skills.
• Research-Driven – You have a strong ability to dig into the latest research, apply new knowledge to your work, and push the envelope on product innovation. Your curiosity and drive to stay ahead of the curve are key to your success.

Why Join NCH?

• Innovative Freedom – We give you the freedom to explore and experiment in an environment that values fresh ideas and creative thinking.
• Largest Independent Manufacturer of Lubricants in North America – With our leading position in the industry, your work will impact some of the most essential sectors worldwide.
• Diverse Team – Be part of a global team where everyone’s knowledge and experience contribute to our shared success.
• Growth Opportunities – We're growing, and we want you to grow with us! Develop your career and expand your expertise across industries.
• A Thriving Company – Join a 105 years old, stable Company that’s still evolving to lead the way in industrial lubricants, fuels, and beyond.

Ready to make your mark at the largest independent lubricant manufacturer in North America? Apply today and help us drive innovation that powers the future!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.