Research Analyst
Koppers•Peachtree City, GA
•Onsite
About The Position
This role involves performing a variety of chemical tests and utilizing instrumental techniques to determine the physical and chemical properties of compounds. The position includes conducting bench-top formulation work, operating pilot-plant treating facilities, and assisting research scientists in developing novel wood protecting formulations and evaluating treated wood properties. Responsibilities also extend to sample preparation, developing application processes for wood protection, and conducting formulation studies with property testing.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree OR Associate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, technology, environmental science, or related field + 3 years’ experience.
- Familiarity and confidence in preparing bench top formulations and operating the lab/pilot equipment.
- Flexibility to adapt to varying situations to attain goals and meet deadlines.
- Computer literate (spreadsheets, word processing) – ability to use spreadsheets to evaluate, represent and communicate technical data.
- Must maintain a good attendance record.
- Must be willing to work as a team player.
Nice To Haves
- 2 years of general industrial experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform a variety of chemical tests and is knowledgeable with instrumental techniques.
- Determine the physical and chemical properties of compounds using quantitative and qualitative tests.
- Conduct bench-top formulation work and small cylinder treatments.
- Operate pilot-plant treating facility including small scale, pilot plant scale and large-scale treatments.
- Assist research scientist in the development of novel wood protecting formulations, such as wood preservative systems, pigment systems, fire retardant formulations and water repellent formulations.
- Assist research scientist in evaluating the properties of treated wood.
- Assist research scientist in sample preparation including wood-cutting, small wooden structure construction.
- Assist research scientist in the development of application process for protecting wood.
- Conduct bench scale formulation studies and perform property testing.
- Evaluate the properties of experiment products using established procedures.
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Maintain neat, orderly and clear records of work completed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
