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Pave Talent

R&D Chemist

West Chicago, IL · On-site

The R&D team here is one of the most experienced ink chemistry groups in the industry. One in three ... Confidential search; your application is fully private.

Arclin

Senior Product Development Chemist

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Arclin has an immediate opening for an on-site Senior Product Development Chemist in Cleveland, OH ... application lab resources on a North American basis. * Assists the Business and/or Technical ...

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R&D Chemist, UV Liquid

West Chicago, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

A global leader in ink and coatings manufacturing is looking for a UV Liquid R&D Chemist to help ... Background in formulation and application work * SAP software proficiency Benefits Health insurance ...

Element Solutions Inc

R&D Chemist II

Shelton, CT · Hybrid

The candidate will work closely with R&D scientists, application engineers, product management, and ... Conduct hands-on electroplating chemistry and process development, including formulation, plating ...

Element Solutions

R&D Chemist II

Shelton, CT · On-site

The candidate will work closely with R&D scientists, application engineers, product management, and ... Conduct hands-on electroplating chemistry and process development, including formulation, plating ...

Element Solutions Inc

R&D Chemist II

Shelton, CT · Hybrid

The candidate will work closely with R&D scientists, application engineers, product management, and ... Conduct hands-on electroplating chemistry and process development, including formulation, plating ...

Element Solutions Inc

R&D Chemist II

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

The candidate will work closely with R&D scientists, application engineers, product management, and ... Conduct hands-on electroplating chemistry and process development, including formulation, plating ...

Element Solutions Inc

$100 - $125/hr

The candidate will work closely with R&D scientists, application engineers, product management, and ... Conduct hands-on electroplating chemistry and process development, including formulation, plating ...

Socket.dev

Associate Chemist

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Associate Chemist The primary purpose of this position is to support product development and ... product application. The ideal candidate should have a strong foundation in chemistry, hands-on ...

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AT Process Technologies

Process Chemist

Waltham, MA · On-site

$130K - $200K/yr

Summary We are seeking a process development chemist to own and execute the research, development ... the application or interview process, please contact careers@atp.us. E-Verify AT Process ...

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Polyurethane Dispersion Formulation & Development Chemist

Naugatuck, CT

UBE Corporation America Inc.
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JOB SUMMARY

The purpose of this position is to grow our technical portfolio and sales in the areas of Polyurethane Dispersions (PUDs) and urethane coatings. Successful candidates will work with existing and prospective customers to understand market needs, apply our current product portfolio for material recommendations, and develop new formulations to expand our product offering and market presence. They will collaborate with sales, product development, marketing, to be able to lead technical projects, synthesize polyurethane dispersion's and prepolymers, and commercialize new products


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Understand UBE product portfolio and apply product recommendations for existing markets.
  • Meet with customers to discuss technical opportunities and grow sales in polyurethane dispersions and coatings.
  • Hunt for new opportunities & develop relevant application data.
  • Translate customer needs into relevant product chemistry and lead development efforts to solve unmet customer and market needs.
  • Synthesize and formulate polyurethane dispersions, blocked isocyanates & prepolymers.
  • Shepherd new product commercialization and scale up from lab to production.
  • Prepare & characterize prototype formulations.
  • Perform chemical and mechanical testing on formulations to generate relevant customer and application data. 
  • Develop new application testing methods as needed to grow business.
  • Align with Sales, Product Mgmt, & colleagues globally to grow sales.
  • Lead Cross-functional teams and opportunities to completion.


Key Skills & Competencies:

  • Independent thinker with strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex tasks while balancing multiple priorities. 
  • Demonstrates sound judgment and a disciplined approach to work. 
  • Highly self-motivated; takes initiative without requiring direction. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable engaging with customers and driving new business opportunities. 
  • Advanced technical knowledge in organic chemistry, coating chemistry, polymer science, and urethane coatings. 
  • Ph.D. in organic chemistry, coating chemistry, or polymer science preferred. 
  • Proven ability to lead, organize, plan, execute, and communicate effectively within cross-functional teams. 
  • Skilled in interfacing with external customers, vendors, suppliers, and internal global colleagues across urethane functions.


BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

  • BS or MS is required in organic chemistry, polymer science, or a related field with appropriate industrial experience.  
  • A Ph.D. in organic chemistry, coating chemistry or polymer chemistry is desirable.
  • 5-10 years of Experience.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Synthesizing, formulating and characterizing urethane coating chemistry, i.e. polyurethane dispersions (PUD's), blocked isocyanates & prepolymers.
  • Polyurethane coating and polyurethane dispersions formulation development and product commercialization.
  • Developing & maintaining key customer relationships.
  • Understanding of the coatings market related to polyurethane dispersions, blocked isocyanates and related prepolymers, applying to technology growth strategies.


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: UBE is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

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