Associate Chemist

Job Description

• Will be required to perform a variety of well-defined formulation and characterization tests. This may include the operation of specialized characterization and application instruments/equipment.?
• With supervision, the individual must be capable of analyzing, planning, and implementing test methods to help develop viable technical solutions.
• Expected to be able to recognize and communicate potential technical hurdles and propose a solution-oriented path forward.
• Will assist in designing and executing experiments, as well as interpreting laboratory results.
• Will work under moderate supervision as a member of a multi-disciplinary research team in Global Formulation Technology, Seed Treatment and Coatings.
• Will be asked to document results and draft manuscripts to support manufacturing.
• Will liaise closely with key stakeholders from biology, application technology, and marketing.

Skills Required

• Experience with safe laboratory practices, sample preparation techniques, quantitative analysis, data acquisition/interpretation, and report writing is required.
• Must possess strong communication skills.
• Can effectively communicate experimental findings in presentations and reports.
• Strong team participation.
• Demonstrates ability to understand project needs and can communicate across disciplines.
• Understands safe lab practices and maintains accurate laboratory records.
• Fundamental knowledge of formulation science, chemistry, and/or product development
• Demonstrated hands-on laboratory skills, either in an academic or industrial environment
• Ability to adapt existing laboratory techniques and equipment, and contribute original ideas
• Multi-task oriented and able to manage tight deadline demands
• Team player with ability to build working relationships across functions and locations
• Solid written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Serious safety focus, attention to detail, problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Technical Competencies:
  • Practical Laboratory Skills
  • Formulation Science and Product Development
  • Polymer Chemistry, Colloids, and/or Surface Science
• Assets:
  • Experience with seed application testing flowability, dust-off, plant ability, abrasion.
  • Experience with physical characterization techniques (viscosity, particle size analysis, density measurements, pH, etc.)
• Clearances:
  • Some activities may require the use of a half mask style respirator. Typical use is 5-15 minutes.

Education/Training/Certifications

• B.S. in a scientific discipline such as chemistry or chemical engineering

Additional Requirements

• Work Schedule: M-F 8h per day, typical shift (around 8-5)