Research Scientist (Analytical group) Job
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Location: Milwaukee, WI 53213
Description:
Research Scientist: Analytical Laboratory, Americas
SITUATION IN ORGANISATION
Reporting to: Manager, Analytical Laboratory, Americas
Location: Wauwatosa, WI
JOB DIMENSIONS
For the activities indicated below, this role will be a senior cross-functional technical resource in Bostik R&D's Analytical Laboratory in Wauwatosa, WI
Leads and defines opportunities to refine and grow current skill sets in R&D Analytical
Can effectively engage business and technical resources to interpret, to solve, and to communicate complex technical problems
Can independently balance time on supporting immediate versus longer term projects, continuously seeks opportunities to refine and grow current skills, and can provide technical mentorship to R&D Analytical staff
ACTIVITIES
Key technical activities:
Aligned to Bostik business needs, can design and perform characterization methods and other related analytical techniques. These techniques include rheological, thermal, chromatographic, spectral and microscopy for qualitative and quantitative analysis
Develops and understands scope and limitations of analytical techniques
Develops test, calibration, and verification procedures
Can provide input to the Laboratory Manager on selection and purchase of analytical instrumentation and services
Can manage maintenance and repair of Analytical equipment and serve as a point of contact with equipment vendors
Key leadership activities:
Can serve as Analytical project team leader and be a point of contact with customers
Skilled at applying or extending R&D Analytical capabilities into new service capabilities
Trains and develops other resources as appropriate, while participating in R&D team activities
Proactively identifies opportunities to improve R&D Analytical work processes, workplace safety, and Analytical Laboratory documentation
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
The context and environment of this role are:
Must effectively execute in a collaborative team environment, while balancing time on strategic research projects with shorter-term immediate technical support requests
Must demonstrate expertise in technical capabilities supporting multiple chemistries/product families in multiple business units with independent aggressive business plans
Must provide interpretative data analysis of results from R&D Analytical, from collaborating Bostik and Arkema Analytical teams outside Wauwatosa, from outsource laboratories, and from customers
PURPOSE
Provide technical leadership in Bostik R&D Analytical function through proven experience in (i) characterization and related analysis methods and (ii) interpretative review of analytical data.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Proven relevant experience in managing multiple complex projects in an industrial laboratory. Experience with characterization of chemistries relevant to Bostik is required. Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry / Materials Characterization (or similar) with at least 5-years experience or Graduate degree in Analytical Chemistry / Materials Characterization (or similar) with relevant experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with multiple functions/geographies and multiple levels of education and technical expertise.
Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.
We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of 9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.
If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values - Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion - and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.
Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?
The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.
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SITUATION IN ORGANISATION
Reporting to: Manager, Analytical Laboratory, Americas
Location: Wauwatosa, WI
JOB DIMENSIONS
For the activities indicated below, this role will be a senior cross-functional technical resource in Bostik R&D's Analytical Laboratory in Wauwatosa, WI
Leads and defines opportunities to refine and grow current skill sets in R&D Analytical
Can effectively engage business and technical resources to interpret, to solve, and to communicate complex technical problems
Can independently balance time on supporting immediate versus longer term projects, continuously seeks opportunities to refine and grow current skills, and can provide technical mentorship to R&D Analytical staff
ACTIVITIES
Key technical activities:
Aligned to Bostik business needs, can design and perform characterization methods and other related analytical techniques. These techniques include rheological, thermal, chromatographic, spectral and microscopy for qualitative and quantitative analysis
Develops and understands scope and limitations of analytical techniques
Develops test, calibration, and verification procedures
Can provide input to the Laboratory Manager on selection and purchase of analytical instrumentation and services
Can manage maintenance and repair of Analytical equipment and serve as a point of contact with equipment vendors
Key leadership activities:
Can serve as Analytical project team leader and be a point of contact with customers
Skilled at applying or extending R&D Analytical capabilities into new service capabilities
Trains and develops other resources as appropriate, while participating in R&D team activities
Proactively identifies opportunities to improve R&D Analytical work processes, workplace safety, and Analytical Laboratory documentation
CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
The context and environment of this role are:
Must effectively execute in a collaborative team environment, while balancing time on strategic research projects with shorter-term immediate technical support requests
Must demonstrate expertise in technical capabilities supporting multiple chemistries/product families in multiple business units with independent aggressive business plans
Must provide interpretative data analysis of results from R&D Analytical, from collaborating Bostik and Arkema Analytical teams outside Wauwatosa, from outsource laboratories, and from customers
PURPOSE
Provide technical leadership in Bostik R&D Analytical function through proven experience in (i) characterization and related analysis methods and (ii) interpretative review of analytical data.
QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Proven relevant experience in managing multiple complex projects in an industrial laboratory. Experience with characterization of chemistries relevant to Bostik is required. Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry / Materials Characterization (or similar) with at least 5-years experience or Graduate degree in Analytical Chemistry / Materials Characterization (or similar) with relevant experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate effectively with multiple functions/geographies and multiple levels of education and technical expertise.
Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.
We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of 9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.
If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values - Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion - and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.
Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?
The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.
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