Early-Career PhD: R&D, M&E & IS Innovator

Dow Inc.; Southampton Township (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equitable pay

Bonus opportunity

Total rewards program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Dow Inc. invites new graduate PhD and post‑doc scientists and engineers to join our R&D and adjacent functions across North America, with opportunities in Pennsylvania.

As a PhD scientist, you will tackle open-ended problems, contribute to sustainability initiatives and develop broad technical skills in an industrial setting. Join Dow’s Early Career Program to collaborate with teams, drive innovative solutions, and deliver business value while maintaining a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Data Science or related discipline.
• Graduation date no later than November 2027.

Responsibilities

• Solve diverse and open-ended problems and drive initiatives that provide business value.
• Collaborate across Dow teams and functions to incorporate innovative technologies.
• Develop broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher.
• Contribute to Dow’s sustainability goals.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Adaptability

Analytical skills

Collaboration

Safety mindset

Business value focus

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related

Graduation by Nov 2027

Job description

Dow Inc. invites new graduate PhD and post‑doc scientists and engineers to join our R&D and adjacent functions across North America, with opportunities in Pennsylvania.

As a PhD scientist, you will tackle open-ended problems, contribute to sustainability initiatives and develop broad technical skills in an industrial setting. Join Dow’s Early Career Program to collaborate with teams, drive innovative solutions, and deliver business value while maintaining a strong safety mindset.