Senior Scientist Research & Development (m/f/d)

Your Profile:

• BS degree in relevant scientific discipline plus 8 or more yrs relevant experience; MS degree in a relevant technical discipline plus 5 or more years of relevant experience; or a PHD in a relevant technical field plus 3 years; a demonstrated level of performance and capability as determined by management.
  
• The candidate must have experience leading a project from concept to commercialization, while working with a diverse team from various functional areas. Additionally, the successful candidate should have a demonstrated ability to overcome technical challenges.
  
• Advanced understanding of engineering principles for polymer processing technology; scale-up, process flow diagrams, block flow diagram.
  
• Demonstrated working knowledge and use of polymeric characterization methods including rheology, static and dynamic mechanical analysis, thermal analysis, NMR, etc.
  
• Knowledge of the use of personal protective equipment and safety protocols and practices relating to working with or exposure to hazardous chemicals that could potentially affect the health of the employee.
  
• Ability to:
  • Perform work utilizing a computer for extended periods of time;
    
  • Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area;
    
  • Grasp objects utilizing the fingers (fine motor manipulation);
    
  • Reach for objects above the head or below the waist;
    
  • Stoop or Crouch by bending at the waist or by bending the legs;
    
  • Determine colors.
• Experienced in the use of, root cause analysis methodologies, troubleshooting skills, and quality management techniques.
  
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Strong practical knowledge of experimental design, polymer science and engineering and material processing.
  
• Critical Thinking: able to break down a situation and organize parts of the problem systematically to figure out the cause and effect relationships that can help solve the issue
  
• Flexibility: Able to adapt to changing circumstances and environments; modifies method of approach according to the needs of the situation and responds to change with a positive attitude.

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