Polymer Chemist for New Product & Process Development

Franklin International; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin International, based in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a Technology Development Chemist to support the lab's efforts in developing new products and advancing adhesive technologies. The role involves polymer design, testing, formulation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The candidate should have strong background in polymer science, formulation strategies, and data analysis, with emphasis on safety and environmental guidelines in the lab.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field preferred; BS Chemistry or Materials Science with 3 years' experience, or MS Chemistry with 1 year experience.
• Experience with polymer science, polymerization, and polymer characterization preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and synthesizes new and known polymers.
• Evaluates polymers using current test methods.
• Develops new test methods to represent intended applications.
• Formulates polymers using existing techniques or new strategies.
• Performs testing and collects data on adhesives and polymers.
• Leads problem-solving and communicates updates to the team.

Skills

Analytical skills

Experiment design

Team collaboration

Lab troubleshooting

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or Materials Science

BS in Chemistry or Materials Science +3 years

MS in Chemistry +1 year

Job description

Franklin International, based in Columbus, Ohio, seeks a Technology Development Chemist to support the lab's efforts in developing new products and advancing adhesive technologies. The role involves polymer design, testing, formulation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

The candidate should have strong background in polymer science, formulation strategies, and data analysis, with emphasis on safety and environmental guidelines in the lab.