Senior Chemist - Formulations in Austin, Texas at ELECTRONINKS INCORPORATED

Job Description: Senior Chemist – Formulations Team

As a Senior Chemist, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for advancing the research, development, optimization, and commercialization of current and next-generation ink products. You will lead complex formulation projects, design and execute scientific experiments, develop innovative solutions to technical challenges, and provide technical expertise across cross-functional teams. You will play a key role in scaling new products from laboratory development into manufacturing while mentoring junior chemists and driving continuous improvement throughout the product development process.

Key Responsibilities

Research & Development Leadership

Lead research and development projects supporting current and next-generation ink formulations. Design and execute complex experiments to solve formulation challenges and optimize product performance. Develop new formulations and improve existing products through data-driven experimentation. Independently manage technical projects from concept through commercialization. Serve as the technical lead for assigned projects and collaborate closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Applications, Quality, and Product Management. Identify opportunities for innovation, process improvements, and new technologies.

Formulation Development & Ink Characterization

Lead formulation development using systematic experimental design and scientific analysis. Characterize inks using viscosity, rheology, thermal analysis (TGA), solids content, conductivity, particle size analysis, and other analytical techniques. Develop, validate, and improve laboratory test methods. Investigate formulation performance issues and recommend technical solutions. Evaluate new raw materials and emerging technologies.

Data Documentation & Reporting

Analyze complex experimental data and provide technical recommendations. Prepare technical reports and present findings to management and cross-functional teams. Maintain complete laboratory documentation in accordance with internal quality standards. Support patent documentation and technical publications as appropriate.

Safety & Laboratory Operations

Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, chemical handling, and EHS requirements. Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment. Maintain laboratory organization, equipment readiness, and inventory. Recommend improvements to laboratory processes and testing capabilities.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

Mentor Chemist I and Chemist II employees by providing technical guidance and coaching. Lead technical discussions across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Applications teams. Support manufacturing scale-up and commercialization efforts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to formulation development, testing methods, and laboratory operations.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice at the discretion of management.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in formulation development, materials science, or a related technical field. Hands-on experience in a wet chemical laboratory or chemical manufacturing environment. Demonstrated experience developing and optimizing formulations, designing experiments, analyzing data, and troubleshooting technical challenges. Knowledge of QA/QC protocols, chemical safety, and laboratory best practices. Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field. Experience with nanomaterials, ink or dispersion formulation, and relevant material characterization techniques. Experience with thin-film deposition or printing techniques, including spray coating, inkjet printing, or screen printing. Experience with manufacturing scale-up, commercialization, and laboratory test method development. Experience providing technical guidance or mentorship to junior team members.