Water Treatment R&D Research Scientist

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WATER TREATMENT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SCIENTIST 

Thank you for exploring a career with NCH Corporation, an international company where we work in small teams that have a direct impact on success.

We’re seeking a highly skilled research scientist who is responsible for formulating and testing water treatment products and also evaluating and adopting new technologies.

If you’re seeking innovative freedom in a personable, stable yet thriving environment, our Water Treatment R&D Research Scientist opportunity could be a match for you!

To succeed in this role, the ideal candidate must have:

• A bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of industrial experience, preferably in areas related to water chemistry and treatment, reverse osmosis, formulations in liquid form, corrosion, and surface chemistry.
• Practical work experience in industrial laboratory or water treatment applications with the ability to show examples of past work.

Additionally, this role calls for a scientist who is:

• An innovative critical thinker and problem solver motivated by complex challenges.
• Able to leverage knowledge to develop new, unique solutions to problems, including formulation approaches not yet demonstrated.
• Organized and thorough in their approach to work with keen attention to detail and quality.
• A strong communicator both verbally and in writing who can work with a variety of people both internally and externally.

DAY-TO-DAY WORK EXAMPLES

We support growth, opportunity, and variety, which means your day-to-day has the potential to adapt to you and your passions. If you’re not challenged and growing, neither are we. For starters, though, here are some day-to-day examples of what you will be doing:

• DEVELOP new product formulation leveraging literature and research.
• CONDUCT EXPERIMENTAL EVALUATIONS of new product formulations, raw materials, and competitive products in the lab and field environment
• ANALYZE new developments in water treatment technologies and how these apply to our business
• COLLABORATE with outside research groups or suppliers to leverage their newest technologies.
• CREATE AND MAINTAIN all of the necessary documentation in order to develop and commercialize the products (i.e. lab notebooks, specifications, technical test methods/data, etc.).
• ANALYZE AND SUMMARIZE research and development findings into technical documents; utilize statistical tools for data analysis as appropriate
• PROVIDE technical support to sales and marketing teams and raw material vendors.
• ENSURE that Corporate Safety and ISO procedures are followed in the area of your responsibility

ABOUT NCH CORPORATION

NCH Corporation is a privately held, family-owned, global business headquartered in Irving, Texas, near Dallas. We have more than 7,500 employees, offices, and facilities on six continents, and clients in more than 50 countries. This includes our corporate headquarters as well as subsidiary companies. We clean and conserve water, save energy, and deliver best-in-class maintenance solutions, with a focus on industrial and commercial businesses.

NCH CULTURE AND BENEFITS

We’re a global company with a family feel, offering the same benefits as an international corporation with the personal relationships of a small business.

Working in our small teams and close-knit environment, you’d never guess we had a 7,500+ employee headcount. We realize a job is more than just a job – it’s an extension of your life and family – and we’re committed to maintaining just that. For us, culture is not just a perk; it’s essential to how we thrive. And that’s speaking for 100 years in the business!

• Employee-centric environment (regular corporate activities, personal relationships, small teams)
• Family-first attitude (work-life balance support, flexible hours)
• Approachable leadership (collaboration with top leaders, open-door policy)
• Growth-oriented mindset (autonomy, creative freedom to explore new ideas)
• Paid vacation and holiday leave
• Wellness initiatives (on-site fitness facility and cafeteria, treadmill conference room, planned activities)
• Community involvement (volunteering, fundraisers, charity events, school sponsorships and donations)
• Employee recognition programs (appreciation week, awards and ceremonies)
• Personal and professional development and growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Financial wellness (retirement options, 401K match, employee credit union)
• Benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, long and short-term disability)

We invite you to learn more about NCH and our culture by checking out our LinkedIn or Facebook pages.

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.

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.