Top 88 Chemist Jobs in Paterson, Nj

Chemist - Research & Development
DMI Personal Care —Wharton, NJ
- $80,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Applications Chemist
Takasago International Corporation U S A —Rockleigh, NJ
- $63,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Laboratory Technician-Cannabis Testing (Heavy Metals / ICP-MS)
SUNRISE CLINICAL LABS —Irvington, NJ
- $40,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid time off
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Analyst II, Chemistry Laboratory
SGS —Fairfield, NJ
- $28 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Jr. Chemist
Sika —Lyndhurst, NJ
- $72,000 - $87,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Bachelor of Science
- Residential
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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R&D Chemist (Junior Level) - Cosmetics & Skincare
Englewood Lab, Inc. —Totowa, NJ
- $60,000 - $68,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Applications Chemist
Symrise —Teterboro, NJ
- $66,000 - $87,000 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
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Quality Control Chemist
Chemspec-API —Fairfield, NJ
- From $58,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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E&L Chemist II
SGS —Fairfield, NJ
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- 2 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Associate Chemist
Barnet Products LLC —Englewood Cliffs, NJ
- $50,000 - $60,000 a year
- Email
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Laboratory experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Scientist (2nd Shift) - Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences (Onsite)
Merck —Rahway, NJ
- $87,300 - $137,400 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Chemist
Sika —Lyndhurst, NJ
- $85,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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R&D Senior Chemist - Skincare/Color
Englewood Lab, Inc. —Totowa, NJ
- $80,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Chemist
Glatt Gruppe —Ramsey, NJ
- Urgently hiring
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
R & D Scientist
BERJE INCORPORATED —Carteret, NJ
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Associate Scientist
IMCD —Allendale, NJ
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- 6 years
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Associate, QC Analytical, Cell Therapy
Bristol-Myers Squibb —Summit, NJ
- $36.90 - $44.71 an hour
- Email
- Hybrid work
- Continuous improvement
- Travel
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Analyst I - Wet Chemistry
SGS —Fairfield, NJ
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Scientist 1
Pace Analytical Services —Fairfield, NJ
- $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Data analysis skills
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Analytical Chemist
Sunrise Pharma —Rahway, NJ
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- 2 years

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Chemist - Research & Development

DMI Personal Care
Wharton, NJ

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Job Details

Full-time
$80,000 - $85,000 a year

Qualifications

Stability testing
Microsoft Outlook
Spreadsheets
Working as a chemist
Bachelor's degree
Titration
Chemistry
Managing projects
Research and development project management
Research & development

Full Job Description

Position Summary

The Chemist is responsible for supporting the development, optimization, and evaluation of a wide range of personal care products including color cosmetics, skin care, and hair care products. This role requires a hands-on bench chemist who can effectively manage multiple projects while working in a fast-paced contract manufacturing environment. The Chemist will contribute to formulation development, product testing, and scale-up activities while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products that meet client and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize formulations for personal care products including color cosmetics, skin care, and hair care products.
Perform hands-on laboratory work including batching, prototype development, formula modifications, and sample preparation.
Conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing to evaluate product quality and robustness.
Assist in troubleshooting formulation challenges and support the development of practical solutions.
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and project management teams to support product commercialization.
Support scale-up activities by preparing batch records, manufacturing instructions, and processing recommendations.
Maintain accurate and detailed formulation records, test results, and development documentation in accordance with GMP and internal procedures.
Participate in raw material evaluations and stay informed on industry trends, ingredient technologies, and market innovations.
Effectively manage multiple projects and meet development timelines in a fast-paced environment.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by R&D leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, or a related scientific field.
2–5 years of experience in cosmetic or personal care formulation.
Experience formulating color cosmetics is preferred.
Experience formulating hair care products is preferred but not required.
Experience in contract manufacturing is preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of emulsion systems, suspensions, anhydrous products, and formulation stability principles.
Strong laboratory, troubleshooting, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods while performing laboratory work.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., raw materials and finished products).

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

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chemist jobs in paterson, nj

Chemist - Research & Development

Applications Chemist

Laboratory Technician-Cannabis Testing (Heavy Metals / ICP-MS)

Analyst II, Chemistry Laboratory

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R&D Chemist (Junior Level) - Cosmetics & Skincare

Applications Chemist

Quality Control Chemist

E&L Chemist II

Associate Chemist

Scientist (2nd Shift) - Pharmaceutical Analytical Sciences (Onsite)

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R&D Senior Chemist - Skincare/Color

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R & D Scientist

Associate Scientist

Associate, QC Analytical, Cell Therapy

Analyst I - Wet Chemistry

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