**Textile R&D Scientist** Science & Research Fort Mill, SC, US Pay Rate Low: 65000 | Pay Rate High: 70000 + Added - 21/02/2025 Apply for Job Our client, a global leader known for their exceptional engineering expertise and specialized processing knowledge, is expanding their team and seeking an experienced **Textile R&D Chemist** . This position offers a variety of tasks with increasing complexity across research, development, technical, quality, and sales functions. Reporting directly to the Director of R&D, this role is essential in supporting the development and continuous improvement of products and processes. **Location:** Fort Mill, SC **Direct Hire** **Salary:** 65k-70k/yr. w/annual bonus of up to 15% **Key Responsibilities:** + Perform lab work utilizing available data resources and executing repetitive tasks with precision. + Apply standard testing methods, techniques, and product formulations while exercising judgment in selecting appropriate alternatives. + Conduct analysis, tests, and experiments, interpreting and presenting results. + Utilize critical thinking to interpret data and clearly communicate findings to stakeholders. + Provide customer support, including troubleshooting and sample evaluation. + Qualify both new and existing raw materials. + Contribute to specific research components within larger projects under the guidance of senior professionals. + Maintain accurate records in lab notebooks and SAP as required. + Complete TSW requests and generate relevant reports. + Assist in training new employees and may delegate tasks as appropriate. + Perform other duties as assigned by management. Required Competencies: + Strong time management and organizational skills + Acute attention to detail + Proficiency with computer programs (SAP, Excel, Lotus Notes) + Expertise in lab and analytical techniques + Excellent written and verbal communication skills **Work Environment:** This role operates within a professional chemical laboratory environment, using industry-standard chemical lab equipment such as Karl Fischer, HPLC, FTIR, TGA, DSC, AA, and pH meters, in addition to office equipment including computers and photocopiers. **Physical Demands:** The role requires typical lab activities, including lifting up to 5-gallon pails, standing, sitting, and performing other lab tasks. **Required Education and Experience:** + Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Textile Chemistry + A minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant field + Experience in textile dyeing, finishing, and related testing applications **Preferred Education and Experience:** + Master’s degree in Chemistry or Textile Chemistry + At least 2 years of experience in a related field + Knowledge of SAP + Experience with wet analytical test methods ** **_This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you**_** \#LI-DNP INDBH We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.