Phd/ Polymer Chemist/ Research Manager/ Scientist
BS-level R&D / Research roles on Crosslinked list a median of $125k (354 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.
Develop and test structural and environmental sealing/adhesive materials and processes
Worth knowing
Why it is interesting. Own the fundamental science behind adhesive and sealing technologies, from mechanism to IP.
Might not be for you. Requires 6+ years with a BS or 3+ with an MS; not an entry-level role.
Heads-up: The posting is light on detail
Core polymer roleCreate new technologies and problem solve in adhesive materials and processes; formulation principles and methods
- Seniority
- Mid-level
- Work
- On-site
- Type
- Full-time
- Degree
- BS
- Experience
- 3+ yrs
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Role
- R&D / Research
Role details
Job Location: 160 McLean Drive Romeo MI 48065
Position Type: Direct Hire
Job Description
- As a Scientist, you will create new technologies and problem solve in structural and environmental sealing materials and processes through a technically fundamental approach.
Education
- BS with 6+ years of product development experience, MS with 3+ years of product development experience, or PhD in the sciences, typically in chemistry or material science
Requirements
- Select skills in technical/scientific disciplines, as required.
- Very adept at maintaining and improving safety requirements in the laboratory and workspace.
- Versed in scientific methods and laboratory apparatus.
- Select skills in technical/scientific disciplines, as required.
- Versed in scientific methods, laboratory apparatus, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Create new technologies and problem solve in adhesive materials and processes through a technically fundamental approach.
- Independently plan and lead execution of development and testing protocols to explore modes of problem solution or routes of new product or technology creation.
- Maintain and expand expertise in a set of scientific areas, including physical, chemical, analytical, or formulation principles and methods.
- Help develop mechanistic understanding of current products and process by determining appropriate experimental and research plans.
- Cultivate global collaboration in the internal and external scientific community.
- Develop and protect intellectual property.
- Support patent activities through filing activities, patent surveillance, and defense of our intellectual property.
- Serve as a champion of safety practices in the laboratory and office environments.
- May provide leadership to technicians and specialists.
- Very competent with self-directed work.
- Construction, maintenance, and safety responsibilities for laboratory workspace and equipment.
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