Job Summary

Avantor is looking for a dedicated R&D Chemist for Product Development in the NuSil Advanced Technologies group will support the development of new silicone materials and silicone-related products targeted to address unmet needs in the areas of aerospace, defense, and electronics & engineering.

The team

The R&D Chemist for Product Development within our Research – Biomaterials Group of NuSil Advanced Technologies R&D will report directly to the Manager of R&D Projects & Portfolio along with other Chemists, Technicians and Project Managers for Commercial R&D Research. – let’s talk!

What we’re looking for

• Education: Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B.S.) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Engineering or similar science from four-year college, required.

• Experience: Minimum 3 years relevant experience required

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred.
  • Lab and research experience preferred.
  • Prior experience in the silicone industry preferred.

How you will thrive and create an impact

As the R&D Chemist for Product Development, you will be responsible for leading new silicone-based chemistry, materials, and technology developments to create new products for existing and potential new customers.

• Design, develop, and evaluate new formulations for use in silicone-related applications

• Develop project plans and experimental activities

• Lead new product development projects through a stage-gate review process

• Conduct and oversee hands-on experiments, data gathering and analysis/interpretation, troubleshooting of processes, and product optimizations

• Develop and apply analytical techniques to solve problems

• Facilitate and participate in regular project meetings and adjust plan and activities based on feedback to complete the project on time

• Provide technical support to R&D associates and assist in hands-on training.

• Write and review specific technical proposals, procedures, and reports

• Submit invention disclosures that result in patentable subject matter

• Present technical content at stakeholders meetings

• Bring routine and non-routine problems to attention of management

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people’s lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom’s voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
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