Formulation Chemist

Job Title: Formulation ChemistJob Description

The Chemist II is responsible for product development and testing activities within the Home & Garden R&D Department, focusing on outdoor control products such as insecticides and pesticides. This role includes providing technical expertise and support to manufacturing, marketing, and sales teams.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop EPA-registered pesticides to meet business objectives for outdoor control products in the consumer market.

• Conduct studies in accordance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

• Ensure technical information meets high scientific standards, providing quality technical results and data interpretation to support product positioning and business recommendations.

• Reformulate existing products to adapt to market changes.

• Perform and monitor storage stability studies.

• Collaborate with Marketing and the New Product Development team to develop innovative products.

• Log and compile stability data into cohesive reports.

• Assist in the maintenance and entries of R&D databases.

• Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook for all projects.

Essential Skills

• Formulation chemistry experience, preferably 4+ years in herbicide and pesticide formulation.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related science field, or a Master's degree in a related field.

• 3-5 years of experience in product development or formulation, preferably with pesticide products in consumer or turf and ornamentals markets.

• Knowledge of laboratory operations, equipment, and safety requirements.

• Good understanding of formulation development, testing principles, and inert ingredient interactions.

• Strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices requirements.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to overcome obstacles.

• Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.

• Flexibility in shifting among projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PC skills including spreadsheet, word processing, and presentation software.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to research and write scientific substantiation documents.

• Ability to work well in a team environment.

• Effective communication skills with all organizational levels.

• Ability to meet established project timelines and efficiently use project resources.

Work Environment

The work environment is primarily laboratory-based, requiring adherence to safety protocols and the effective use of laboratory equipment and technologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $32.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 19, 2026.

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