Job Title:
Advanced Scientist
Summary:
The position incumbent will be part of technology function, independently pursue polymer chemistry (Silicone and non-silicone), development efforts and analytical characterization in close collaboration with BU and execute in alignment with project goals.
Evolve as an impactful team player with good organizational citizenship and use project management skills appropriately to explore new technology aligned with customer/business need, enhance fundamental knowledge of existing products, document intellectual property, and develop scale-up strategy to take product from lab to plant scale.
Responsibilities Include:
- EH&S: Learn & adhere to safe work practices in lab; Exhibit & promote pro-active safe behaviors in lab activities.
- Responsible for design, synthesis and development of novel silicone/non-silicone polymers, oligomers, or silane materials and formulating for various applications in multiple segments
- Demonstrate the ability to understand market / customer need and tailor the development work.
- Work inclusively in close collaboration with global stakeholders across multiple functions.
- Work collaboratively in a team setting & work with project leaders to execute project plans for timely positive progress – Technical problem-solving aptitude is required.
- Required to effectively communicate the results within CRD and with global partners.
- Conduct IP analysis as required and ensure effective protection of emerging technologies.
- Maintain clear and precise documentation, including daily lab notes and comprehensive technical reports to capture experimental work, innovations and learnings.
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
- Technical Ph.D. with job exp (1-3 years)/M.S./M Tech with research/work experience (general guidelines: 3-5 years). Technical B.S./ B Tech with 5-7 years research experience.
- Strong EH&S and lab discipline, with proven adherence to safety protocols and good laboratory practices (GLP), including documentation and risk assessment.
- Market/application orientation, with the ability to translate customer/industry needs into product development (exposure to industry segments is a plus).
- Collaboration & communication skills, especially working with cross-functional/global teams and clearly presenting technical findings and reports.
- IP awareness & technical documentation skills, including basic patent analysis, protecting innovations, and maintaining lab reports.
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What We Offer:
At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact.Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.#BePartoftheSolution
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required tosubmit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
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