R&D Chemist (Formulations - Polymers)
An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated R&D Chemist (Formulations) to join our Miami-based team.
Primarily a lab-based role, the successful candidate will have responsibility for the development of new polymeric solutions for arduous industrial environments. This will involve the design and lab-scale manufacture of coatings and repair composites, and subsequent testing to validate product performance.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Chemistry/Polymer Chemistry and possess a good knowledge of formulating industrial coatings or inks, composites, or adhesives.
Alternatively, a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Polymer Chemistry would also be acceptable if the candidate can demonstrate expert formulating knowledge.
The ideal candidate must be able to show a proven track record of innovation; have excellent hands-on laboratory skills; good communication and interpersonal skills; have a keen eye for detail; and be able to show a good understanding of the different polymer technologies used within the industrial coatings and repair industry. The candidate should also be available for occasional overseas travel in order to support Belzona’s global partners.
Successful candidates will need to have the following qualifications and experience:
Essential:
* Masters in Chemistry preferred (Polymer Chemistry or Materials Science qualifications will also be considered)
* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry is a minimum requirement
* Knowledge of formulating industrial coatings, adhesives, ink, or fiber-reinforced composites
* Knowledge and/or experience of cold-curing thermoset polymers (e.g. epoxies, polyurethanes, etc.)
* Knowledge and/or experience of the test methods used to assess performance of coating, adhesive and/or composite systems
* Track record of innovative thinking and generation of new ideas
* Knowledge and experience of laboratory safety protocols
* Knowledge of the key formulation elements of cold-curing thermoset polymer systems
* Knowledge of the test methods commonly used to categorize the performance of coatings, adhesives, or composites
* Excellent practical hands-on laboratory skills, whether formulating, manufacturing, applying, or testing polymer materials
Preferred:
* Knowledge of international chemical supply regulations (e.g. REACH, chemical inventories, hazchem transport rules, etc)
* Knowledge of substrate surface preparation standards and coating/composite application techniques used in the industrial sector
Candidates will also need to display the following skills & abilities:
* Excellent practical laboratory skills
* Excellent organizational abilities including prioritization and management of multiple projects for the timely delivery of objectives
* Confident communicator with ability to foster strong working relationships between the R&D, Technical Service and Production departments
* High level of IT literacy and competence with MS Windows/Office packages
* Excellent basic mathematics
* High proficiency in written and verbal English (in a scientific level)
Finally, the successful candidates will display the following personal attributes:
* Proactive and independent worker
* Flexible attitude to work
* Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving
* Safety conscious
Benefits
Belzona offers the following benefits:
* Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
* Voluntary health benefit options
* Complimentary basic life insurance
* 401(k) Plan with generous company match
* Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Personal Time Off
Belzona is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We also maintain a Drug-Free Workplace.