Chemical Technician determines the physical and chemical properties of compounds and materials using quantitative and qualitative chemical analysis. Performs a variety of chemical tests using instrumental methods and standard test equipment. Being a Chemical Technician prepares materials for laboratory examination and conducts quality, safety, and compliance assessments. Follows established SOPs. Additionally, Chemical Technician sets up and maintains lab equipment. Records and tabulates data and documents observations and results. Requires an associate degree in chemistry, science or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Chemical Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Chemical Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Core R&D at Dow has an exciting opportunity for an R&D Technician in the Inorganic Synthesis group in Chemical Science Midland MI. Chemical Science delivers innovative technologies in the area of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, and organic, inorganic, and polymer synthesis, all of which are strongly complemented with high throughput research, computational chemistry, and cheminformatics. Our hypothesis-driven approach to innovation draws on mechanistic-based insight into chemical problems with a primary role in front-end discovery research to enable Dow’s next-generation products. We partner with businesses across the company to advance a wide range of Dow technologies through an in-depth, fundamental understanding in the areas of synthesis and catalysis.
In this role you will provide experimental support as a part of the inorganic synthesis team. You will assist in method development, sample testing, and data analysis in a cross-functional, multidisciplinary team of chemists, engineers, and technologists. Safe operation and maintenance of analytical characterization laboratory equipment as well as processing samples will constitute a significant portion of the job responsibilities along with carrying out basic inorganic synthesis. This job requires handling of chemicals in order to conduct experimental work in a laboratory setting. Strong work ethic, attention to details, commitment to safety, and effective problem solving are required as are strong communication and organizational skills.
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We do not offer relocation assistance for Dow jobs like this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur
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Dow (NYSE: DOW) combines global breadth; asset integration and scale; focused innovation and materials science expertise; leading business positions; and environmental, social and governance leadership to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. The Company's ambition is to become the most innovative, customer centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world. Dow's portfolio of plastics, industrial intermediates, coatings and silicones businesses delivers a broad range of differentiated, science-based products and solutions for its customers in high-growth market segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Dow operates manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employs approximately 37,800 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $57 billion in 2022. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. For more information, please visit www.dow.com or follow @DowNewsroom on Twitter.
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