Contract Scientist

Sappi; Pecking Mill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global renewable resources company is seeking a skilled professional to lead technology innovations and develop sustainable cellulose-based products. The ideal candidate will possess an advanced degree in science or engineering and have a strong background in cellulose and paper packaging. This role offers opportunities for growth in sustainable practices and requires proven innovative research abilities and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in science or engineering required.
• Prior experience in cellulose and paper packaging preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and prototype cellulose-based sustainable products.
• Develop technologies to improve product qualities and reduce costs.
• Conduct activities while ensuring a safe work environment.

Skills

Innovative research

Cross-functional collaboration

Statistical analysis using Minitab and Excel

Education

Advanced degree in science or engineering

Job description

Overview

Sappi North America is headquartered in Boston with corporate offices in Portland, Maine. It is a subsidiary of Sappi Limited, a global renewable resource company that uses every part of the tree to make sustainable woodfiber products. With over 12,000 employees and operations in seven countries, we serve customers worldwide. Our diversified businesses include Packaging, Speciality and Graphic Papers and Dissolving Pulp, offering premium products for various industries. From cosmetics packaging and food industry barrier papers to textiles and the clothes you wear, Sappi’s solutions are vital to the future of sustainable alternatives to plastic and other fossil fuel-based products.

Responsibilities

• The role involves technology innovations for both product development and improvement.
• Design and prototype cellulose-based environmentally sustainable new products for specified applications.
• Develop new technologies to improve qualities of current products and reduce their costs.
• Keep up to date with developments in the field and identify opportunities for new technology development.
• Conduct all activities with a focus on maintaining and improving a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in science or engineering.
• Prior experience and knowledge of cellulose and paper packaging are preferred.
• Familiarity with polymer science and processing technologies is a plus.
• The candidate should have demonstrated past innovative research and accomplishments.
• Must be able to work in a cross-functional atmosphere to provide support and technical leadership for strategic projects.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new areas of technology to contribute to the successful completion of projects.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize development work and assess feasibility.
• Knowledge and use of statistical computer tools such as Minitab and Excel functions are desired.

Salary is determined by a number of factors including the value of the job to the organization, market forces, internal equity and skills brought to the job.

Sappi 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, Sappi 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, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

About Sappi

Sappi isa leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.