R&D Chemist, Polymer Coatings & Materials

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company is seeking an Associate Chemist, Polymer Development, to support research and development for packaging coating technologies through polymer synthesis, material characterization, product development, and laboratory operations.

You will apply foundational chemistry and polymer science to support innovation, product improvement, and commercialization while adhering to safety, quality, and operational standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, technology, engineering, or math.
• College-level coursework in general chemistry and organic chemistry, including lab work.
• At least 1 year of laboratory experience via academics, internships, co-ops, or employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform polymer synthesis, characterization, and evaluation for epoxy, polyester, acrylic systems.
• Contribute to development and scale-up of coating formulations and polymer technologies.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments and document procedures, observations, and results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Maintain lab safety, organization, and compliance with environmental requirements.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Polymer characterization

Coatings science

Materials development

Data analysis

DOE

Statistical analysis

Documentation

Team collaboration

Laboratory experimentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Chemistry coursework (general & organic)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Sherwin-Williams Company is seeking an Associate Chemist, Polymer Development, to support research and development for packaging coating technologies through polymer synthesis, material characterization, product development, and laboratory operations.

You will apply foundational chemistry and polymer science to support innovation, product improvement, and commercialization while adhering to safety, quality, and operational standards.