R&D SCIENTIST - PROCESS CHEMISTRY

AMVAC, an American Vanguard company has an opportunity for a Scientist, Process Chemistry to support the Research and Development efforts through the development and enhancement of chemical processes that provide the company with a competitive advantage in the agricultural chemicals market. This position plays a key role within a cross-functional team and collaborates with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Regulatory Compliance, EH&S and Sales globally.

American Vanguard Corporation (NYSE: AVD) is a diversified agricultural and specialty products company focusing on crop protection, turf and ornamental markets, and public health applications. At American Vanguard, we believe in growth, innovation, and opportunity. We understand that a successful business is built on the strength of its people which is why we are dedicated to nurturing talent, fueling success and cultivating potential. This position is located at our labs and manufacturing plant in Axis, AL.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform process chemistry research within AMVAC laboratories and with various outside entities as needed
• Conceptualize, develop, and help implement plans to ensure optimized processing of active ingredients at the various manufacturing locations
• Troubleshoot process and manufacturing challenges that may arise for AMVAC products with a focus on minimal economic impact to the company, maximum speed to resolution, and durable solutions
• Develop new process concepts and improve existing processes that AMVAC can use to differentiate itself from competitors or that are needed within the business
• Conduct physicochemical characterization tests, quantitative chemical analyses, and packaging and application tests to help troubleshoot issues in production units
• Interpret experimental data and communicate results and conclusions both orally and in written form and provide recommendations to the manufacturing units
• Ensure timely and coherent reporting to support regulatory submissions and the accurate archiving and transfer of information for future commercial manufacturing activities
• Effectively seeks assistance and expertise from team members when faced with challenges, fostering a supportive environment to achieve project milestones and regulatory compliance
• Maintain open scientific discussions within the team
• Assist team members with project planning, scale up and use of equipment & resources and interpreting scientific data
• Comply with all regulatory requirements and company EH&S, CHP plans and policies
• Manage multiple projects, prioritize and manage resources to meet all project objectives on-site and at other locations
  
  

Education Requirements

• PhD in Organic/Synthetic Chemistry with BS in Chemical Engineering (preferred)
  
  

Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven experience in a similar role in chemical manufacturing is preferred
• Proficient technical written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail
• Experience in Chromatography, Spectroscopy, Mass Spectrometry and other analytical techniques
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Self-motivated to work safely and deliver high quality results
• Proficient in Workstation Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, physical and other tests as required
  
  

Professional And Cultural Characteristics

• Cultural Integration: Integrates diverse perspectives and practices into a cohesive team culture that supports the overall business strategy of AMVAC
• Effective Communicator: Maintains open communication and collaboration across departments, fostering a unified approach to achieving development and Corporation goals
• Adaptability and Learning Agility: Thrives in a dynamic environment, adapting quickly to changes and making informed decisions amidst ambiguity to maintain project momentum
• Decision-Making: Demonstrates agility in decision-making and ability to pivot strategies when necessary to achieve project goals
• Strong Communication and Organizational Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, coupled with strong organizational abilities to work on complex projects and stakeholder interactions effectively
  
  

This Position Includes

Industry leading Medical, Dental, and Vision care; Life and Disability Insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan and Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) offered; Additional benefits include Vacation, Sick, Holiday time off.

EEO Statement: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. AMVAC is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing. We participate in the E-Verify Federal Identification System.