Senior Chemist

AkzoNobel • Troy, MI

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About The Position

The position involves evaluating, selecting, and applying standard scientific techniques, processes, and criteria in the development, adaptation, and modification of new and existing products and technologies specifically for the Aerospace and Defense markets. The role requires adherence to project management processes across multiple concurrent projects and collaboration in a cross-functional environment as a representative of Research, Development, and Innovation (RD&I). The individual will interact effectively with colleagues across various regions including the US, Europe, South America, and Asia, and will assist Sales and Marketing in the commercialization efforts for newly developed products. Additionally, the role includes conducting and supervising research for new product development and reformulations of existing products, utilizing innovative ideas and nano materials. The individual will conduct lab testing and ensure scientific rigor throughout all phases of new product development and updates to existing products. Technical assistance and support will be provided to production, sales, and marketing departments as needed, particularly in product scale-up, quality control, application testing, and other cross-functional activities. The position also requires maintaining detailed technical records in the form of a laboratory notebook or computer database, and providing process reports, monthly and quarterly reports, technical plans, project summaries, and other internal correspondence in a timely manner to ensure effective communication of project status and needs.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 2 years of experience in any occupation where relevant experience is acquired.
• 2 years of experience in research and development in coating film developments.
• Experience must include various coating film fabrications and applications in the automotive industry.
• Experience may be gained concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select, and apply standard scientific techniques and processes for product development.
• Follow project management processes for multiple concurrent projects.
• Work in a cross-functional environment as RD&I representative.
• Interact with colleagues in the US, Europe, South America, and Asia.
• Assist Sales and Marketing in commercialization efforts for new products.
• Conduct and supervise research for new product development and reformulations.
• Utilize innovative ideas and nano materials in product development.
• Conduct lab testing and ensure scientific rigor in product development phases.
• Provide technical assistance and support to production, sales, and marketing departments.
• Maintain detailed technical records in laboratory notebooks or databases.
• Provide timely process reports, project summaries, and internal correspondence.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Master's degree