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Org Marketing Statement

PARKER CHOMERICS is a global supplier of EMI shielding, thermal interface materials, plastics and optical products. We offer a worldwide network of applications engineering support, manufacturing facilities, and sales offices. With stocking and fabrication on five continents, our products are available anytime, anywhere.

With Headquarters in Woburn, MA, Parker Chomerics is part of a global Fortune 500 company but has a small company feel.  We thrive on high performance teams that are empowered to make decisions on both a big and small scale. We strive to make a positive impact on the lives of our employees by establishing an inclusive, caring and friendly work environment. We encourage the continued education and skill development of our teams and offer advancement opportunities at a global division. If you're looking for a fast paced, collaborative environment where you can be at the cutting edge of engineering solutions, look no further.
 

Position Summary

The Research and Process Development Scientist is responsible for contributing to Chomerics's technical initiatives focused on new product and process development of electrically conductive polymers and elastomers, The scientist will manage the technical development of new elastomers, provide prototypes for qualifications testing, and support manufacturing processes necessary for new product introduction. The scientist will work in close collaboration with other R&D team members, procurement, process engineering, and manufacturing engineering functions to achieve project goals.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Develop new, innovative materials, products, or process technology platforms to drive profitable growth.
• Develop working hypotheses, design experiments, and develop experimental plans to gain new understandings of material, product, or process performance.
• Perform literature and patent searches to guide focused experimentation.
• Utilize technical resources to develop materials, test methods, and quality control measures for innovative new materials and processes.
• Provide technical problem-solving consultation for root cause analysis and troubleshooting of polymer science related manufacturing and quality issues.
• Hands-on ability to set up, adjust and operate a wide variety of polymer analytical and polymer processing equipment focused primarily on extrusion of hose and tubing.
• Work and interact effectively and professionally with others throughout various levels of the organization.
• Actively build a network of peers with similar interests and complementary experience.
• Promote a safe working environment in compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety initiatives as required.
   

Qualifications

Qualifications: 

• Preferred: M.S. or Ph. D. in Polymer Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or demonstrated experience in a related technical discipline with 4+ years of experience, preferably in polymer-based material research & development.
• Required: B.S. in related Science or Engineering field with 4+ years of experience in polymer-based material development.
• Familiarity with polymer and elastomer process techniques, such as high shear mixing, milling, molding, extrusion, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to research, investigate, propose and implement new technologies.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with a proven track record of publishing technical reports, patents, trade secrets and scientific journals.
• Working knowledge of managed stage-gate processes for new product and process development.
• Proficiency with DOE, statistical analysis tools and polymer analysis applications.
• Demonstrates specialized scientific competence supporting larger projects and consistently meets established project deadlines and time constraints.
• Strong interpersonal skills, effective listener, open to learning and responds positively to frequent change.
• Ability to work effectively engaged in small or large cross-functional teams with people of diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated skills in planning, resource and time management, record keeping and goal completion.
• Must be a US Citizen or have US Permanent Resident status.

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range:  100300 to 166900 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefit & Retirement Plans 

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. 
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.
   

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.  However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")

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Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.