Chemist/R&D

Kelly is hiring for a Chemist/R&D for a 12-month contract role at Marlborough, MA 01752 with our prestigious client. Job Title: Chemist/R&D Primary Location: 455 Forest St, Marlborough, MA 01752 12-month contract - Onsite role Shift: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Pay rate: $25-30.50/hr. Job Description: We are looking for a chemist who is a team player with a solutions-oriented mindset. The chemist will join a team researching and developing lithographic materials for advanced patterning solutions. This is a laboratory-based technical role focused on synthesis of organic compounds and polymers. Position functions: + Conduct synthesis of organic compounds and polymers at laboratory scale through several hundred grams. + Use analytical tests to facilitate effective process development, characterize products and ensure final product quality. + Document experiments and help in the preparation of technology transfer packages. + Maintaining full compliance with all departmental and site-specific Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality regulations, systems, and procedures covering laboratory activities. + Maintain material database, inventory database and order chemical reagents from suppliers. Qualifications + A B.S. or B.A. in Chemistry, preferably from an ACS (American Chemical Society) accredited program. + A thorough understanding of organic chemistry at the undergraduate level. + Experience with general laboratory techniques such as column chromatography, distillation, filtration, recrystallization, and scale-up. + The ability to independently perform analysis of compounds and reaction mixtures using common methods such as NMR, LCMS, GCMS, IR, TLC. + Versatility in common IT applications (Microsoft office). + Excellent organizational skills and accuracy in experimental documentation. + Good communications and presentation skills. Competencies: + Must have hands on experience with synthetic organic chemistry. + Experience with polymerization techniques is preferred. + Has the ability to evaluate safety risks and reactivity concerns in multigram scale multistep organic synthesis. + Can communicate effectively. + Must be highly detail-oriented and organized. + Can work both independently and as a team player with a positive attitude. + Will develop time management strategies to ensure work is performed within required timelines. If you feel this role interests you, feel free to apply or refer someone who would be a good fit. As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here ( for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community. Get a complete career fit with Kelly u00ae . Youu2019re looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and weu2019re here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career. About Kelly Work changes everything. And at Kelly, weu2019re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, itu2019s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. Itu2019s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. Itu2019s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your lifeu2014just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year. Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kellyu2019s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of Californiau2019s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.

Created: 2026-03-02