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Our extensive portfolio of antifoam agents, including our SAG, Silwet and ESCA brands, which help minimize foaming issues for a wide range of applications such as food & beverage, agriculture, textile, paper, metal working, and chemical processing.
The primary role will be to lead programs that improve existing core products, develop new technologies to meet customers' evolving needs, and advance the fundamental understanding of anti-foam behavior in different applications. The successful candidate will be a well-rounded Surface Scientist/Polymer Scientist with skills and knowledge in colloidal and surface science of polymer materials, especially as applied to foam control. This includes experience in evaluating, characterizing, and developing new products. This scientist will work with a variety of functions and global teams, including marketing, sales, applications development, procurement, quality, and production, and be actively involved in virtually every step in the lifecycle of our products, from conceptualization to commercialization.Responsibilities Include:
Propose and design new products and platforms of strategic business significance. This includes understanding the underlying causes of customer unmet needs, analyzing problems from multiple points of view, and creating innovative solutions and concepts.
Lead, plan, and execute product development projects/platforms, from the definition of customer needs through assistance with scale-up and commercialization. Assess program needs and identify resources needed. Set appropriate targets and milestones. Provide technical mentoring to junior employees. Write project reports.
Improve and develop advanced characterization techniques and application methods to understand product performance. Investigate property-structure relationships, analyze product failure modes, and study process parameters. Distill high-level theoretical concepts into practical, useful product platforms, features, and innovations.
Acquire and maintain insights into technology trends for the development of advanced antifoam innovations. Leverage technical networks to collaborate across organizations and to create business opportunities.
Communicates effectively to influence stakeholders on new projects with high global impact. Drives communication at all levels of the business.
Support the process technology and quality teams to ensure successful product scale-up and robust quality control.
Collaborate with global product and application development teams as well as with marketing and business functions to ensure that projects are aligned globally and meet customer/market needs.
Gain a thorough understanding of the patent landscape of all the projects involved. Lead IP generation.
TRAVEL:
Domestic and international travel may be required based on the business needs (5-10%)
PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here arerepresentative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform theessential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee isregularly required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, crouch, twist, turn, lift, and move about thefacility. Walking, walking on irregular surfaces, and balancing will be required. Reaching,feeling, finger movement, grasping, hearing, sight, and the ability to speak clearly will berequired. Regularly lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs. The ability to wearpersonal protective equipment and the ability to pass a fit test and wear a respirator isrequired for most positions.
The environment for this position is a laboratory setting. Candidates should be able toadapt to a traditional business environment. Reasonable accommodations may bemade to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Qualifications:The following are required for the role
Ph.D. in Chemistry, physical chemistry, polymer science, or chemical engineering with 5+ years of industrial experience, or M.S. with 10+ years of industrial experience
Demonstrated track record of new product development and creative independent research.
A deep expertise in colloidal and surface chemistry, foams, emulsions, dispersions, and surfactants.
Demonstrated understanding of structure-property relationships and the ability to design new molecular structures/materials based on performance needs.
Strong team player with the ability to lead teams successfully. Sufficient knowledge to guide others in laboratory research. Willing to coach and mentor others in program development upon gaining experience.
Proven problem-solving and project execution skills. Excellent organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously and work in a cross-functional environment.
Strong knowledge of material property testing and characterization.
Hands-on laboratory equipment setup and operation experience.
Basic statistics and data analysis knowledge (Design of Experiments).
Working knowledge of standard personal computer applications (word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, etc.)
The following are preferred for this role
Expertise and experience in antifoam technology are strongly preferred.
Knowledge of Silicone chemistry and technology
Working knowledge of formulations/applications that require the use of antifoam agents.
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable.If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply!#BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
Flexible, hybrid or remote work schedules may be available based on role.
Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer's products forward-products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law.