Associate Scientist Chemistry Research

About the position

The Heritage Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned business focused on construction and materials, environmental services and specialty chemicals. Over the last 90+ years, the Heritage portfolio has grown to include more than 50 companies that employ more than 6,000 people. What unites this diverse group of businesses and individuals is our commitment to create a safer, more enriching, and sustainable world by harnessing the power of family. The Heritage Research Group assists The Heritage Group companies, customers, and partners in evolving and adapting to an ever-changing marketplace. Heritage Research Group provides innovative products, processes, and training that constantly improve the way The Heritage Group companies serve their clients and deliver solutions to address the myriad of challenges their clients face. It also creates new technologies that fuel further business opportunities for The Heritage Group. Early-career professional contributor within Heritage Research Group (HRG). Applies foundational knowledge in chemistry or materials science with coaching and direction. Supports research, product development, and problem-solving for projects of limited scope and complexity. Executes experimental work following established protocols, safety requirements, and documentation standards. Actively participates on project teams, adapts to change, and seeks feedback and guidance appropriately. This position is based on-site in Indianapolis, IN. Candidates must live within 75 miles or be willing to relocate. This position is based on-site in Indianapolis, IN. Qualified candidates must currently reside within 75-miles of the Indianapolis, IN area or be willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

  • Support research and innovation activities within assigned projects or functional areas.
  • Execute laboratory experiments according to established protocols and project plans.
  • Contribute to problem-solving efforts with guidance and escalate risks or challenges as appropriate.
  • Assist with hypothesis development and basic experimental design with coaching.
  • Conduct experiments to generate repeatable and reproducible results under supervision.
  • Apply sound scientific judgment within defined procedures and scope.
  • Perform wet-bench chemistry procedures safely and accurately.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance research objectives.
  • Maintain laboratory organization, equipment readiness, and material traceability.
  • Analyze experimental data for problems of limited scope and complexity.
  • Document work clearly in lab notebooks and knowledge management systems.
  • Prepare draft reports, summaries, and presentations for review.
  • Present work routinely in team meetings and project updates.
  • Participate actively and collaboratively on project teams.
  • Receive and act on constructive feedback.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory environment.
  • Follow all safety, regulatory, and legal requirements consistently.
  • Handle, store, and dispose of chemicals and materials according to HRG policy.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including but not limited to continuously growing in alignment with the Company’s core values, competencies, and skills.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Chemistry, Materials Science, or related discipline.
  • Foundational chemistry or materials science knowledge.
  • Hands-on wet-bench laboratory skills preferred.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proactive, adaptable, and receptive to coaching and feedback.
  • Consistent adherence to safety protocols and procedures.

Nice-to-haves

  • 1–2 years of relevant laboratory or research experience (industry, academic, internship, or co-op).
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