Scientist II

Benjamin Moore & Co•Mount Olive, NJ

About The Position

At Benjamin Moore, we empower our team members to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a rewarding and inspiring work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of camaraderie. Our culture of excellence and transparency encourages our colleagues to bring their authentic selves and unique perspectives/ideas every day. With 140 years of rich history behind our brand, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. We believe in investing in our colleagues by offering work-life balance, competitive/ benefits, ongoing learning/continuing education, and skill development. Through a positive and engaging workplace, we facilitate growth, development, and fulfillment for all. Join us and be a part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion in support of locally-owned stores around the world. Click here to see how you can paint your future! In this role, you will collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists to develop new and next generation coatings products and technologies. You will apply your expertise in analytical thinking, innovation, and creative problem solving to explore and validate new product chemistries. This position offers great opportunities for growth and development into senior technical or managerial roles. Reporting to a R&D Group Manager, the Scientist II job is an exciting chance to join a team that promotes and recognizes innovation. We are looking for motivated individuals who will produce world-class products and add to the skillset of an already successful Technology and Innovation team. Soft Skills Emotional intelligence (Self-awareness): The ability to recognize and manage one’s own emotions, as well as recognizing the emotions of others. Adaptability The ability to be flexible and adaptable in response to changing situations and demands. Conflict resolution: The ability to manage and resolve conflicts constructively and respectfully. Coaching Skills: The ability to motivate staff: The skill for growing and developing others. Knowing how to ask the right questions, active listening, and empowering others, as well as building rapport with colleagues. Trust Building: Building a team environment where the employees feel safe. Leaders need to be authentic, honest, transparent, and compassionate. Problem Solving: The ability to identify and analyze problems and produce effective solutions. Creativity (critical thinking): The ability to be forward-thinking and strategic and present innovative solutions. Time management: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage one’s time effectively. Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively with others towards a common goal, recognizing different perspectives and strengths Empathy: Genuinely caring for others and being able to understand another person’s situation and perspective. Cultural competence (The ability to work across cultures): The ability to understand and appreciate diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ways of thinking.

Requirements

Ph.D. with 0-5 years working experience in chemistry, material science or related fields; MS with 5+ years; BS with 8+ years.
Have knowledge and expertise in coatings technologies..
Possess strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, utilizing scientific and analytical tools in technology and product development.
Exhibit the ability to develop and commercialize products from initial concepts.
Highly motivated and a self-starter, capable of working independently and driving projects to completion.
Must demonstrate outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to convey scientific concepts and project status clearly and candidly, effectively fostering collaborative relationships at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

Investigate and evaluate new coatings products, technologies and competitive trends across a broad variety of industries
Identify, explore and prove the feasibility of novel product chemistries
Plan, develop and implement scientifically designed experiments from feasibility to commercialization
Monitor and supervise all stages of product development, from lab to production scale-up batches
Collaborate with product development and commercialization groups
Collaborate with marketing on new product concepts
Drive results to focus on delivering customer value and show a dedication to continuous improvement
Document inventions and identify intellectual property potentials
Collaborate with procurement to identify and evaluate new and alternative materials
Manage, train and mentor team members