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Research and Development Manager
Wyandotte
The world needs [creative] solutions. We need YOU!
Where the chemistry happens…
We are seeking a self-starter, motivated and enthusiastic professional like you to join our team as a Scientist R&D to work in the TPU Research & Developmental Team in Wyandotte, MI site. As part of PMD/N, the TPU R&D conducts scale up, processing, and testing of new products from laboratory to pilot scale production to meet the innovation needs of our business.
Your daily tasks will include planning, designing, and executing research activities and experiments to accomplish project objectives. You will be relied on to provide knowledge and expertise in achieving research targets, interpreting results, and reporting them to key stakeholders. Additionally, you will have technicians reporting directly to you and as such, you will be responsible for a safe and healthy work environment.
You will directly report to the “Head of R&D TPU”.
As a Research and Development Manager, you create chemistry by…
- Executing / leading R&D activities in Thermoplastic Polyurethanes as defined by R&D project / topic goals.
- Participating in ideation process by closely working with marketing, sales, TD, production etc. at PM but also via other BASF units and externally (e.g., customers, suppliers, universities.
- Providing technical guidance to lab technicians and demonstrate leadership in behavior in support of the Exposure Reduction Program and other safety programs to help ensure the health and safety of all.
- Protecting and safeguarding R&D results by documentation and patenting; communicate and share openly knowledge within respective technical community and BASF internally where appropriate. Utilize & support further development of digital tools to drive digitalization of R&D at BASF.
- Committing to clients; listen to, understand, and gain knowledge from key customers in the industries served, prioritize what they value and need, while engaging and driving to fulfill those needs, and translate customer needs into a product.
- Providing regular project updates to management, supporting scientists, marketing, sales, and tech service colleagues. Your ability to holistically envision a technical solution from formulation, manufacturing, processing, and application functionality will drive your success.
If you...
- Degree in PhD in chemistry, materials science or related disciplines OR a Masters degree in chemistry, polymer, or materials science or related discipline plus 5 years’ experience in a relevant field
- Certificates/ Accreditations in Training on Project Management.
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- Retirement Benefits
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- Employee Discounts
- Pet insurance
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