R&D Scientist- Surface Technologies

Company Overview Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving over 13,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. Our key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology enable product benefits we all know and value, like more durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has 65 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 5,000 individuals. We are building a strong, shared culture that is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and - uniquely - their hearts. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai. For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com. Job Function: This position is in the Research & Development (R&D) Department within the Advanced Materials business unit of Vibrantz Technologies, of which Vibrantz Surface Technology is a subsidiary. The Department is charged with developing new products, providing technical service to our customers, qualifying alternate raw materials, and providing support to operations. Specifically, this position performs hands-on research, develop, and improve products from product conception to scale-up for surface finishing polishing. The product will be used for semiconductor and substrate polishing customer. This position is asked to take project leadership role, this includes interfacing with the sales/marketing group and customers to define the project goals, ensuring these goals are both commercially and scientifically viable, and developing experimental plans and test methods to evaluate the performance of the developmental products. Working with production, process development, and quality control teams to ensure successful commercialization of new products. Every position and employee at Vibrantz Surface Tech have inherent responsibilities for Safety, Quality, Environmental and Health concerns. Specific responsibilities may be identified through a variety of means such as, but not limited to, Standard Operating Procedures, Training Needs Assessment, regulatory compliance, etc. These responsibilities are most often integrated into the workflow and through specific education and training, as necessary. The R&D Scientist will be based out of our Penn Yan, NY site. Responsibilities Approximate Amount of Time Task 85% Abrasive modification method develops to improve the polishing performance of substrate (PLP/ SiC) and CMP slurry. Polishing slurry formula constructing with engineered abrasive and establish the relation model with the additive and chemicals. Using analytical software to efficiently execute conceptual design and predict the best solution. Prepare and share technical findings to customer and R&D group. Maintain records of the work conducted, provide regular (e.g. weekly) updates, and share it in R&D department meeting. 0-10% Support implementation of new processes at Vibrantz’s operating plants. Participate annual surface finishing conference and seminars. 5% Follow safety rules and practices. Participate in R&D, corporate, and plant safety activities. REQUIREMENTS BA/BS Degree and a minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience The ability to operate in a self-directed manner and make independent decisions is required. Ability to work well in a team environment and lead product development efforts to successfully complete assigned product development projects. Ability to carry out efficient communication with team members as well as internal and external customers. Strong oral and written English communication skills are required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required. Preferred Requirements: Doctor’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, and of material science with demonstrated knowledge in chemistry and/or chemical engineering, and colloidal particle modification chemistry would be a plus. Understanding of solution chemistry effect to the surface treatment on abrasive, substrate and deposit films would be a plus. Experience with DOE design statistic software is an advantage. Work experience in lab or industrial process engineering of semiconductor related field, specifically of chemical mechanical polishing or surface finishing treatments is an advantage. Location Penn Yan, NY Vibrantz is committed to protecting your privacy. 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Vibrantz is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life. Serving over 11,000 customers, our products and technologies serve a wide array of applications and make their way into myriad consumer products. With key competencies in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology, Vibrantz has leading positions in specialty mineral and chemical additives for batteries, electronic components and construction; dry powder pigments for paints and coatings, thermoset plastics and thermoplastics; and high-performance glass coatings and porcelain enamel solutions. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company employs over 5,000 people and operates 65 manufacturing sites across six continents. Visit vibrantz.com to learn more.