The Research Scientist is an entry level position that will require the scientist to work closely with the research team in the management and execution of programs and projects.
Daily interaction with supervisor and team members with emphasis on technical interaction, planning of experiments and goal setting. Ability to understand and communicate technical data to internal and external customers.
This position will require 25-50% of time to be spent in the laboratory conducting experiments and helping with supervision. Skill set will include emphasis on composite material science and thermoset chemistry.
•Define, plan, co-ordinate and carry out project work to develop new and enhance existing products to support business
•Involved with cross functional project teams to drive product development that meets market technical needs on agreed timelines
•Provide technical expertise/guidance and support to manufacturing, engineering and marketing teams, ability to construct corrective actions and devise potential path forward
•Provide leadership, mentoring and coaching to R&D technicians. Assist R&D Manager to motivate and develop performance/productivity of these individuals
•Develop and maintain a high level of competence in area of specialization, keeping abreast of all significant technology advances
•Demonstrate a high degree of creativity, foresight and mature judgment in planning, organizing and guiding scientific aspects of projects
•Recognize, create and manage intellectual property within area of expertise
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•BS degree in Chemistry or Material Sciences and 2+ years of experience in composites •MS or PhD in Chemistry or Material Sciences (experience with composite materials preferred)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
•Good people skills, ability to work with internal and external customers
•Work safely
•Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail
•Hands-on bench skills are required, able to propose experiments
•Capable of learning new tasks quickly
•Must be able to recognize and observe data in a technical environment