What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Research Scientist position at Actalent?
Job Description:
The expert level research scientist will be working in packaging laminating adhesives and barrier coatings. This may include developing new products or process, discovering new applications for existing products.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Actively participates in research departmental safety programs; ensures safe laboratory operations and utilizes all relevant safety processes.
• Designs and sets up laboratory equipment, analyzes results, and recommends courses of action based on available chemical and engineering information.
• Develops new products in close collaboration with customers and aligned with business strategy
• Interprets and communicates test results to cross-functional teams globally
• Participates in Stage Gate projects as a project leader or team member.
• Promotes adhesives technology through presentations, publications and participation at trade shows and conferences.
• Assisting with troubleshooting with customers
• Provides monthly and quarterly reports on the status and impact of key projects; presentations of work to external and internal audiences
Skills:
adhesive, Synthesis, packaging adhesives, Hotmelt acrylic synthesis, rheology, polymer chemistry, Physics
Top Skills Details:
adhesive, Synthesis, packaging adhesives
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, materials science or related discipline.
Required skills and experience
• 5-7 years of experience in adhesives. 3-5 years synthesis experience. Experience in hotmelt acrylic synthesis is preferred
• Solid understanding in polymer chemistry and physics; expertise in rheology is preferred
• Proven track record in commercializing new products
• A creative and resourceful problem-solver, balancing commercialization speed and scientific rigor in a dynamic environment
• Up to 20% travel may be required.
Experience Level:
Expert Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
