Research Chemist, Polymer Film

PPG; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid vacation & holidays

Retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

PPG's Photochromics Group in Monroeville, PA seeks a Polymer Film Research Expert to advance research at the intersection of polymer science, films, and device technology. You will develop adhesive formulations, optical coatings, films and laminates, contributing to new product development and intellectual property opportunities.

The role emphasizes hands-on experimental work, data-driven analysis, and collaboration with multi-functional teams to meet project milestones and deliver robust

Qualifications

• PhD in polymer chemistry, materials science or related field with 0+ years experience.
• Effective collaborator within multi-functional teams.
• Creative hands-on scientist with strong analytical skills.
• Knowledge of polymer science, film, film laminate, adhesion chemistry and devices is desirable.
• Familiarity with organic chromophores, optics and conductive materials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products through polymeric materials design, adhesives preparation, application and testing.
• Elucidate structure-property relationships.
• Source and screen new film and resin materials.
• Characterize optical and adhesive properties.
• Maintain a safe working environment and advocate lab safety.
• Apply efficient experimental design and data analysis to accelerate development.
• Collaborate with team members and external partners.
• Achieve project milestones promptly and communicate results clearly.
• Pursue IP protection for new technologies.
• Up to 10% travel.

Education

PhD in polymer chemistry, materials science

Job description

As a Polymer Film Research Expert, in the Photochromics Group at the Monroeville Business and Technology Center, you will contribute to research work at the intersection of polymer science, films, films processes and material science. You will be related to the formulations and development of novel adhesive, optical coatings, films, film laminates and devices.

PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop new products through polymeric materials design, adhesives preparation, application, and testing.
• Elucidate structure-property relationships.
• Source and screen new film and resin materials.
• Characterize optical and adhesive properties.
• Maintain a safe working environment and be an advocate for lab safety.
• Apply efficient experimental design and statistical data analysis to accelerate product development.
• Collaborate with team members and external partners.
• Achieve project milestones promptly.
• Clearly communicate results through presentations and written reports.
• Pursue intellectual property protection for new technologies.
• Up to 10% travel.

Qualifications

• PhD in polymer chemistry, materials science, or other related field with 0+ years of experience or equivalent post-doctoral work
• Effective collaborator within multi-functional teams
• Creative hands-on scientist
• Strong analytical and math skills
• Self-starter in a team environment
• Knowledge of polymer science, film, film laminate, adhesion chemistry and devices is desired.
• Familiarity with organic chromophores, optics and conductive materials is a plus.

About Us

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Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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