Postdoctorate Scientist performs scientific research in collaboration with a research team. Primarily a temporary position. Being a Postdoctorate Scientist requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. The Postdoctorate Scientist works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in solution or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization. To be a Postdoctorate Scientist typically requires 10+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
JOB SUMMARY:
Exhibits leadership, mentoring of less experienced scientists and active hands-on lab work.
Leads New Product Development projects.
Provides recommendations to lab leadership.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. 40% : Formulation and Commercialization of New Products and Assimilation of Acquired Products and Technologies.
2. 25% : Provide Technical Support for existing products
3. 15% : Provide Coaching, Mentoring, Leading as appropriate
4. 10% : Organization, cleaning and recordkeeping
5. 10% : Travel
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Industry Presence
a. Grow toward an Outward Facing Voice and Technical Representative of the company
b. Provide Participation and Leadership in Technical Associations such as ASTM, CPI, CRC and the like
c. Travel with Sales Leaders to watch, listen to WRM customers, end users and influencers
2. Cross Functional Support
a. Provide ideas and advice to other scientists and lab members as needed
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Formulation Skills
2. Experience and chemical familiarity with at least 3 of the following coatings types:
a. Waterborne Acrylics
b. Silicones
c. 1K Polyurethanes
d. 2K Polyurethanes
3. Processing Familiarity
4. Computer program utilization
5. Root Cause Analysis
6. Quality Minded
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. B.S. Degree, or higher, in a Scientific Field - Required
2. Minimum of 7 Years of Coatings Formulation and Product Launches
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this
classification. (Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned at the supervisor's discretion.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus pay
Work Location: In person
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