Development Chemist

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Job description

Our client is a very successful manufacturer of adhesives

Their R&D organization needs a Development Chemist who will be responsible for the design,
development, and scale-up of differentiated adhesive products, raw material qualifications, and
overall daily project management with appropriate laboratory personnel and other cross-functional
departments.

Responsibilities:

* Develop new methacrylate, polyurethane, and epoxy adhesive compositions for specific markets.
* Innovate with polymers, catalysts, modifiers, and monomers to fulfill unmet
customer/application needs. Follow established ISO procedures and documentation utilizing
Stage-Gate process.
* Scale up formulations from lab scale to mid- and full-size commercial batches.
* Design product specifications to maximize ease of manufacturing and customer application.
* Provide support for current products to maintain company reputation for quality and
performance.
* Manage multiple projects independently and utilize analytical laboratory equipment as a team
* Work hands-on in the laboratory, manage the daily activities of a lab technician(s).
* Assist in training /direction of new personnel.
* Promote, support, and adhere to all safety, environmental, and quality policies and
procedures.

Job Requirements:

Requirements for Development Chemist

* MS or PhD Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science or related.
* 5 plus years experience in adhesives development
* Hands-on scientist with excellent laboratory techniques and problem-solving ability.
* Strong computer, organizational, and destructive and mechanical testing skills
* Expertise with polymer testing equipment (DSC, TGA, Rheometer, Instron) highly preferred.
* Collaborative and excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and investigative
skills. .
* Must be able to travel occasionally.