Research and Development Researcher, Polymer Coatings at Akzo Nobel in Strongsville, Ohio

Job Description:

We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.



Job Purpose



Design, synthesize, and test new polymers for successful adoption by New Product Development (NPD) tests for use in various high-performance coatings applications with the focus on can coatings and coal applications.



Job Responsibilities

• Manage the effective planning of requirements for assigned projects.


• Understand application requirements and translation to polymer design.


• Plan and execute polymer syntheses.


• Submit requests for polymer analysis and evaluation of polymer properties.


• Prepare coated panels, evaluating basic coating properties.


• Order raw materials, ensuring proper storage in the chemical inventory.


• Facilitate transfer of the chemistry to the New Product Development (NPD), assisting with scale up efforts.


• Present results at project meetings, preparing summary reports as required.

Job Requirements

• Education and experience must include one of the following:
  
  
  • Bachelor of Science in Polymer Science or related field and five (5) years' polymer synthesis experience in the coatings industry or chemical manufacturing.
  
  
  • Master of Science in Polymer Science or related field and three (3) years' polymer synthesis experience in the coatings industry or chemical manufacturing.
  
  
  
  


• Knowledge of structure-performance relationships in polymers for coatings and modern polymer characterization methods.


• Proficient with the calculations of polymer properties.


• Ability to test and proactively develop new synthetic methodologies and new polymers.


• Ability to use required laboratory glassware and equipment.


• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate with all business functions.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office.


• Remain aware of relevant scientific and patent literature.


• Adhere to AkzoNobel values and safety standards.

Total Compensation



The compensation package for this position will include a base salary, annual bonus, and employee benefits that are effective the first day of employment.



Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!

Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Paid Parental leave • Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks • Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale • Tuition Reimbursement • Career growth opportunities • Employee referral bonus


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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.


Requisition ID: 39991



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