Science and Technology Research Chemist

PPG; Acolman; A distancia; MXN 200,000 - 400,000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Join a forward-thinking company as a research chemist, where you'll lead innovative projects in the development of emulsion polymers and coatings. This role involves planning and conducting impactful research, managing experiments, and ensuring safety improvements. With a focus on polymers and organic chemistry, you'll collaborate with a talented team to drive advancements in coating technologies. If you're passionate about science and looking to make a difference in the industry, this opportunity is perfect for you, offering the chance to work in a dynamic environment with the flexibility of remote work.

Formación

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering or Chemical Sciences with a specialty in Polymers.
• Fluent in English with knowledge of programming and modeling of polymerization processes.

Responsabilidades

• Lead research projects on emulsion polymers and coatings to solve technical problems.
• Manage design of experiments and scale-up products from laboratory to industrial scale.

Conocimientos

Research and Development

Problem Solving

Technical Writing

Communication Skills

Educación

Master's degree in Engineering

Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences

Herramientas

Oracle

Microsoft Office

Excel

Descripción del empleo

As a science and technology research chemist, you will lead impactful research to solve technical and cost-effective problems focused on the development of emulsion polymers, alkyds and polyester coatings.

You will report to a Senior S&T Research Associate.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plan, direct and conduct research projects to solve technical problems focused on the development of emulsion polymers, alkyds and polyester coatings in a cost-effective manner, generating added value for our customers.

2. Manage design of experiments for summarizing new coating resins.

3. Lead industrial scale-up of products developed in the laboratory.

4. Lead EHS at least one aspect or element as Champion.

5. Identify opportunities for safety-related improvements.

6. Develop assigned personnel.

7. Have knowledge of regulations of the products developed and the coatings where applied.

Qualifications

1. Master's degree or Ph.D. in Engineering or Chemical Sciences mainly with a specialty in Polymers and/or organic chemistry.

2. Fluent in English.

3. Knowledge of programming and modeling of polymerization processes, languages, and design of experiments analysis software.

4. Proficient in Oracle, Office, and Excel (can perform complex functions).

This job posting may have multiple locations listed. A successful candidate may work remotely and not be required to relocate.