Chemist, Sr (Polymer)

Watkins Wellness; Pune District; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Behr Paint Company seeks a Senior Chemist in Research and Development to conduct basic and applied research in emulsion polymers and additives, design and develop new emulsion polymers, and test water-based additives for paint performance. You will formulate paint and develop products per market needs and prepare, test, and compare samples.

Educational attainment is equivalent to a PhD in Chemistry with polymer/organic background; post-doc experience 0–2 years is acceptable.

Qualifications

• PhD-level education in Chemistry with polymer/organic focus.
• 0–2 years Academic Post Doc experience.
• Knowledge of polymer resins synthesis and crosslinkers.

Responsibilities

• Follow lab safety guidelines and regulations.
• Develop and customize emulsion polymers/additives/paint formulations.
• Literature survey and stay updated on emulsion polymers/additives/paints.
• Knowledge of patents and search engines.
• Demonstrate high self-motivation and strong communication skills.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Lab safety

Organic synthesis

Analytical instrumentation

Patent literature search

Self-motivation & communication

Education

PhD in Chemistry (Polymer/Organic)

Job description

JOB TITLE: Senior Chemist

DEPARTMENT: Research and Development

SUPERVISOR'S JOB TITLE: Section Manager

JOB SCOPE / SUMMARY:

Conduct basic and applied research in emulsion polymers and additives. Design and develop new emulsion polymers. Develop water based additive and test the same for performance in paint. Formulate paint and develop product as per need of market. Prepare, test, and compare experimental samples.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Follow lab safety guidelines and regulations.


• Ability to develop, improve and customize emulsion polymers/ additive/ paint formulation.


• Literature survey and understanding latest developments in emulsion polymers/ additive/ paint formulation.


• Knowledge of patents / search engine.


• Expect high level of self motivation and excellent communication skills.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / TRAINING:

• Educational attainment is equivalent to PhD (Chemistry with either background of Polymer/ Organic).


• Academic Post Doc experience 0-2 Years.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES RECOMMENDED FOR POSITION:

• Polymer Knowledge of basic lab skills.


• Knowledge of chemical lab safety guidelines and regulations.


• Knowledge of polymer resins synthesis, components (Monomer & Surfactants) and crosslinkers.


• Preference will be given to candidates with polymer synthesis experience.


• Organic Knowledge of Organic Synthesis.


• Analytical Understanding of analytical instruments utilized to characterize polymers.

Company: Behr Paint Company

Full time

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We believe a workplace that encourages and values different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds builds better teams, better solutions, and more innovation. The goal is for every single team member to have a voice and experience a sense of belonging here, regardless of where they sit in the organization and what their background is. We look forward to your sharing your outstanding and unique talents and perspectives with us!

BEHR (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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Masco Corporation is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of branded home improvement and building products. Our products enhance the way consumers all over the world experience and enjoy their living spaces. Our portfolio of industry-leading brands includes Behr paint; Delta and Hansgrohe faucets, bath and shower fixtures; and HotSpring spas, to name a few. At Masco, we believe in better living possibilities—for our homes, our environment and our community. Across our businesses and geographies, we seek out these possibilities to grow ourselves, enhance our consumers’ lives, create returns for our shareholders and improve the world around us. We believe a strong, supportive presence in the communities where we live, work and do business is vital. We partner with organizations that are as driven as we are to support the growth of our communities, encourage and enable equity and provide safe, affordable housing for all families.