Senior Research and Development (R&D) Chemist

Job overview

The Senior Research and Development (R&D) Chemist role is onsite in Newburyport, MA, with an annual hiring salary range of $100,000–$125,000. Ascensus Specialties says the role will work on product innovation and advanced technologies, collaborating with local and corporate R&D colleagues, operations, and quality assurance. The chemist leads development and feasibility work and helps move concepts from laboratory scale into scalable, high-quality products. The role uses experimental design, laboratory techniques, and analytical methods to deliver corporate projects while maintaining rigorous documentation and safety practices.

What you'll do

• Lead directed development, feasibility testing, and delivery of new products and technologies
• set up, operate, and maintain laboratory and analytical instrumentation
• document findings in laboratory records and digital collaboration tools
• present technical data and project updates
• follow SOPs and participate in laboratory safety programs, audits, Job Hazard Analyses, and waste management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior r&d chemist

chemistry

newburyport ma

ascensus specialties

product innovation

laboratory research

scale-up

experimental design

chemical safety

$100k–$125k/year

10% target bonus

401(k) match

medical dental vision

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life and disability coverage
• 401(k) match
• paid time off
• nine paid company holidays plus floating holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• target 10% annual bonus incentive

Why this role

The posting describes a safety-sensitive position involving hazardous chemical compounds and lists a target hiring salary of $115,000 within the stated range, plus eligibility for a target 10% annual bonus incentive.

About the employer

Ascensus Specialties is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.