Chemist
Qualifications:
* BS/MS preferred in Materials Science
* Experience in characterization of rheology
* Good communication skills
Duties:
* Ensure that research activities in the laboratories and associated operations are in compliance with safety policies and programs of the company, as well as, local, state and federal regulations
* Ensure that research activities in the laboratories and associated operations are in compliance with the company's environmental policies and programs through execution of assigned responsibilities for reducing waste and promoting environmental protection
* Plan and conduct experimental programs to complete assigned projects
* Conduct research on and testing of improvement of existing products, development of new products and technology including synthesis and/or product performance testing
* Ensure appropriate new product testing (analytical, performance, physical properties, etc.) using appropriate methods that are carried out as needed
* Ensure all equipment used in the testing are properly calibrated and maintained with proper documentation
* interfaces with section personnel in trouble-shooting problems with hardware, testing/synthesis equipment, products and methods development, personnel training, as required
* Consults with more senior personnel on problems and methodology issues and works with research management to secure necessary resources
* Compile, analyze and correlate technical data and writes laboratory reports on projects completed or progress reports in accordance with the company's business practices, particularly those related to protection of intellectual property
* Conducts literature searches, including patent reviews and gathers pertinent info relating to specific problems
* Attends and makes presentation at internal and external technical conferences
