Scientist-Coatings, Adhesives & Sealants

The Scientist will Research and Develop chemical formulations within the product lines of coatings, adhesives and sealants. The role includes but is not limited to innovating new products and processes, supporting existing products and processes, optimizing operational costs and installation costs, quality assurance of raw material specifications, as well as the design and performance requirements of products used in building envelope systems. This position will research latest technologies using laboratory, pilot-scale, and plant-scale processing equipment to create new products and building assemblies, test methods, formulations, and processing techniques. Effective communication of this knowledge will be demonstrated by teaching others, sharing knowledge, and collaborating with stakeholders within and outside our organization.

Chemical Formula Expertise & Knowledge

• Existing Product line formulations and raw materials
• New Product formulation research and development
• Operation of analytical, mechanical property and chemical processing equipment
• Test equipment knowledge and test method development
• Safety compliance and procedures knowledge
• Math/algebra/applied statistics
• Laboratory Information Data System knowledge
• Computer knowledge of current programs

Processing technology

• Polymer manufacturing technologies
• Small-, Pilot-, Plant-scale processing equipment
• Plant batch- and/or continuous-manufacturing processes
• Assembly and Fabrication
• Testing equipment
• Knowledge of polymer materials and compounds
• Company rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Internal processing and purchasing specifications.
• Standard test methods and procedures
• Handling, storage safe handling of hazardous waste and materials.

Data Analysis

• Test output interpretation
• Data analysis (i.e. XR charts and histograms)
• Statistical calculations
• Ability to use data to make decisions.

Leadership skills

• Help solve problems.
• Ability to facilitate laboratory workload with good safety and practices.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to multitask, work with flexible assignments and schedules.

Materials Used

• All raw materials in R&D and Plants
• Experimental raw materials and formulation
• Work-in-process
• Finished products
• Competitive product
• Test methods, standards, SOPs, and equipment operating manuals

Education

• Bachelor's or Master's of Science in Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science or related discipline OR completion of a bachelor’s degree in a technical field, with laboratory coursework.
• 3 years of minimum experience formulating and working with coatings, adhesives, sealants or elastomers

Benefits and Compensation

Carlisle provides competitive salaries, bonus eligibility, time-off, multiple and competitive healthcare options, 401K, tuition reimbursement, relocation packages and continuing training and support. This position would require the individual to work full-time in Carlisle, PA.

About Carlisle

Carlisle Construction Materials LLC (CCM) is a diversified manufacturer and supplier of premium building products and related technologies for the commercial and residential construction markets. Carlisle is one of the most respected companies in the building materials industry. After being around for more than 100 years, our customers know us for our superior products, remarkable service, and groundbreaking innovations. Our culture at CCM is one that values collaboration and team success over individual credit. Carlisle core values are safety, bias for action and results, continuous improvement, teamwork and communication, customer focus, empowerment, and mutual trust respect, and integrity. These core values are the center of all business decisions and make CCM the successful company that it is.

The Research and Innovation team consists of scientists that are responsible for developing breakthrough technologies in support of CCM’s current and future needs in the roofing business. The research scientist will work closely with value chain partners, commercial leadership, and technical leadership to support current business and influence technology development to enable the next generation of sustainable roofing membranes.