What is the salary for the Senior R&D Chemist role at CPS, Inc.?

The listed annual base salary range is $75K–$95K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Where is the Senior R&D Chemist role at CPS, Inc. based?

This role is based in Tequesta, FL.

How many years of experience does this Senior R&D Chemist role require?

The posting calls for at least 5 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this Senior R&D Chemist role work with?

acrylics, alkyds, 2K polyurethane, epoxy-amine, polyester.

What techniques or methods are required for this Senior R&D Chemist role?

adhesion testing, QUV weathering, corrosion/chemical resistance testing, color matching.

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Senior R&D Chemist

CPS, Inc. · Tequesta, FL1mo agoverified 9 h ago

$75k – $95k

BS-level Formulation / Compounding roles on Crosslinked list a median of $85k (37 that show pay).

Formulate 1K/2K liquid coatings and transition them to full-scale plant manufacturing

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Worth knowing

Why it is interesting. Own the full arc from bench formulation to plant scale-up, including aerosol conversion work that's rare in coatings roles.

Might not be for you. Hands-on formulation and QC testing focus with junior-chemist training duties; not an open-ended research or PhD-track role.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialistSmall team BS acceptableSenior hires only

Core polymer roleDesign advanced 1K (acrylics, alkyds) and 2K (urethane, epoxy) coatings; testing including adhesion, weathering (QUV), corrosion resistance

Seniority: Senior
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 5+ yrs
Industry: Coatings
Role: Formulation / Compounding

Materials

acrylics7 roles alkyds1 role2K polyurethaneepoxy-amine1 role polyester10 rolesresin chemistry

Techniques

adhesion testing38 roles QUV weathering2 rolescorrosion/chemical resistance testingcolor matching10 roles

Role details

Family-owned specialty chemical company is looking for an experienced coatings chemist for their new laboratory in Florida. If you have a chemistry background and 5+ years of experience in a paint and coatings laboratory this could be a great opportunity for you!

Duties

Design advanced 1K (acrylics, alkyds) and 2K (urethane, epoxy) coatings to meet strict customer and internal specifications.
Adapt liquid coatings for aerosol delivery, managing propellant compatibility, pressure, and spray patterns.
Oversee comprehensive testing including adhesion, weathering (QUV), corrosion / chemical resistance, and color matching.
Transition successful lab formulations to full-scale plant manufacturing.
Guide and train junior laboratory chemists in formulation techniques and lab safety.

Salary

$75,000 - $95,000

Benefits

M/D/401K

Technical Qualifications

5+ years of formulating experience in the paint and coatings industry.
Deep knowledge of acrylics, alkyds, 2K polyurethane / polyester, and epoxy-amine chemistries. Resin chemistry experience is a plus.
Direct experience with industrial, automotive aftermarket, agricultural, or marine coatings.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field.
If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Devin Heffernan at dheffernan@cps4jobs.com.

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