Senior Research Scientist - Sealing & Bonding Materials

Sikaag

Madison Heights (MI)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 190,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401K with generous company match
Bonuses
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays + Paid VolunteerTime
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & More!

Job summary

Sika is seeking an experienced R&D leader to independently plan and drive research projects in the sealing/bonding space. You will develop new chemistries and materials, leverage DOE for data evaluation, and support manufacturing trials while interacting with customers globally.

The role requires 10+ years of self-directed work and a track record of new product development, with MS or PhD in Chemistry. Strong communication and supervisory abilities are essential, along with a commitment to

Qualifications

  • Requires MS or PhD in Chemistry.
  • 10+ years of self-driven experience solving technical challenges.
  • Experience in new product development and product launch.

Responsibilities

  • Independently plan and lead research projects to solve technical challenges and develop new technologies.
  • Explore sealing/bonding materials, including epoxy urethane interactions and formulation concepts.
  • Conduct DOE and other statistical analyses to evaluate data.
  • Manufacturing support of product trials and addressing customer questions.
  • Protect intellectual property and assist with patent monitoring and filing.

Skills

Project leadership
DOE/statistical methods
Analytical skills
Oral/written communication
Self-directed work
Safety compliance
Supervisory experience
Patent monitoring

Education

MS in Chemistry
PhD in Chemistry

Job description

Sika is seeking an experienced R&D leader to independently plan and drive research projects in the sealing/bonding space. You will develop new chemistries and materials, leverage DOE for data evaluation, and support manufacturing trials while interacting with customers globally.

The role requires 10+ years of self-directed work and a track record of new product development, with MS or PhD in Chemistry. Strong communication and supervisory abilities are essential, along with a commitment to

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