What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Research Chemist position at The Shepherd Companies?
Ignite Your Passion for Scientific Discovery!
Are you eager to push the boundaries of color chemistry and make a tangible impact in industries worldwide? Do you love hands-on research and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment? If so, The Shepherd Color Company invites you to bring your curiosity, creativity, and chemistry expertise to our dynamic R&D team!
About Us
The Shepherd Color Company is growing as a leading global producer of complex inorganic color pigments. Our color pigments are an extraordinary class of inorganic pigments that offer stable, long-lasting color for many applications. They have unbeatable chemical and light durability, heat and chemical resistance, are non-warping and easy to disperse. Our products can be found everywhere, from the non-stick surface of your favorite cookware to adding color and IR reflectivity to roofing and siding to help keep buildings cool.
Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio (West Chester) with sales offices in Belgium, Australia, Japan, and China, along with our global distributors, we supply millions of kilograms annually of our high-quality pigments and support customers around the world. Our success has been built upon the fundamental belief that by promoting people of exemplary character, doing quality work, and offering differentiated products, Shepherd Color brightens lives.
Now, we’re looking for a passionate chemist or materials scientist to help develop the next generation of high-tech pigments that enhance performance and sustainability in real-world applications.
Your Role: Where Science Meets Innovation
As an Assistant Research Chemist, you’ll be at the forefront of groundbreaking discoveries, contributing directly to new pigment and mixed-metal-oxide material development. You will:
- Conduct hands-on laboratory research and experiments, working with state-of-the-art materials and cutting-edge technology
- Assist in scaling up innovative products from the lab to full-scale commercial production
- Collaborate with top scientists and cross-functional teams, including Analytical, Quality Assurance, Production, Process Engineering, Marketing, and Sales
- Analyze data, troubleshoot experiments, and contribute fresh ideas to advance our research
- Play a key role in interdisciplinary teams, helping improve production processes and product performance
- Ensure a safe and organized lab environment, following industry best practices
What You Bring
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Materials Science (required)
- Lab Experience: Strong foundation in good laboratory practices and a passion for hands-on research
- Scientific Curiosity: Ability to analyze data, think critically, and explore new scientific frontiers
- Collaboration Skills: A team player who thrives in an innovative, fast-paced environment
- Communication: Strong ability to present scientific findings and work effectively across teams
- Bonus Skills: Knowledge of color science, statistical methods, and analytical tools (preferred but not required!)
Why Join Shepherd Color?
At The Shepherd Color Company, we believe our employees are the key to our success. That’s why we offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Health and Life Insurance (eligibility date of hire)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Company 401K Contribution (eligibility date of hire)
- Company Bonus eligibility
- Fitness Membership subsidy
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Career Development
Ready to Make Your Mark?
If you’re excited to apply your scientific expertise, problem-solving skills, and creativity to the world of high-performance pigments, we want to hear from you!
Apply today with your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this exciting role.
Join us and help shape the future of color technology!