Product Development Chemist

  • Full Time
  • Friendly
  • $82,500 - $120,450 / Year
  • Applications have closed

Momentive

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of polyurethane specialty foams? We are seeking a Product Development Chemist who is passionate about designing, synthesizing, and testing cutting-edge products. In this role, you will have the exciting opportunity to create innovative additives for various applications, including:

  • Cushioning Solutions: Transforming carpet backing and electronic gasketing.
  • Footwear Innovations: Contributing to the development of high-performance footwear materials.
  • Integral Skin and PU Leather: Crafting luxurious and durable materials.
  • CASE Applications: Enhancing coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, and binders.

Qualifications:

  • Master of Science in Organic Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry with 3+ years industry experience in polyurethane
    formulation / product development and customer technical service experience or PhD in Organic Chemistry or Polymer
    Chemistry with no industry experience
  • Demonstrated skills in organic and/or polymer chemistry.
  • Familiarity with standard laboratory techniques, including structural characterization and related analytical techniques.
  • High interest for applied sciences, industrial processes and new product development activities from laboratory and pilot
    scale
  • Working knowledge of PC applications (word processing, spread sheet, presentation, etc.)
  • Willingness to travel up to 20% to learn first-hand from customers their needs for the products under development.
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously and work in a cross-functional and global
    team environment.
  • Good oral and written communications skills in English

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