<p>ASSOCIATE CHEMISTRY</p> <p>PAY - $28- $33/hour</p> <p>Description</p> <p>Role is with a formulation and delivery team. Will work with research scientists in developing next generation herbicide products and in supporting both RD activities and to some extent commercially launched products.</p> <p>Evaluates the chemical and physical properties of various organic and inorganic substances in order to investigate their applications in formulated products.</p> <p>Requires a bachelor's degree and at least 1 year of experience in the field or in a related area.</p> <p>Has knowledge of commonly used concepts practices and procedures within a particular field.</p> <p>Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager.</p> <p>Diligently records all laboratory tasks performed and related procedures and findings in electronic laboratory notebook system.</p> <p>Requires hands-on lab experience and interest in doing lab work.</p> <p>Will work on various projects and follow SOP's and basic lab techniques using equipment that includes - e.g. pH meters mixers/agitators homogenizers and milling equipment.</p> <ul> <li>Rheometer and interfacial measurement experience is a plus as is proficiency in chemistry/chemical engineering principles including mass-balance calculations. </li></ul> <p>Some industrial experience in formulation development preferred -e.g. with pesticides foods cosmetics consumer products and/or paints coatings.</p> <p>Skills</p> <p>Formulation Development, Pesticides, mass-balance calulations</p> <p>Top Skills Details</p> <p>Formulation Development,Pesticides,mass-balance calulations</p> <p>Additional Skills & Qualifications</p> <p>PLEASE NOTE: Analytical chemistry experience only is usually not a good fit.</p> <p>Interviews will be onsite at the Chesterfield MO site.</p> <p>Experience Level</p> <p>Entry Level</p> <p>Job Type & Location</p> <p>This is a Contract position based out of Chesterfield, MO.</p> <p>Pay and Benefits</p> <p>The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $33.00/hr.</p> <p>Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)</p> <p>Workplace Type</p> <p>This is a fully onsite position in Chesterfield,MO.</p> <p>Application Deadline</p> <p>This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.</p> <p>About Actalent</p> <p>Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.</p> <p>The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.</p>