Research Scientist, Polymer Formulations

We are a global technology company developing innovative solutions for mining, tunnelling, and construction, improving project safety, environmental impact, and productivity. We offer premium equipment, all-round aftermarket services and high-quality chemicals and rock support as our core products to our customers. We operate globally in over 30 countries with more than 1,800 experts. At Normet, we commit to a culture founded in our Values - Caring, Committed & Courageous. We foster your talent, with us you shine.

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Key Responsibilities

• Carries out development and testing activities related to global R&D projects.
• Formulates Polyurethane/Acrylate/SBR/admixture etc. by benchwork, scale-up, production trials, data transfer (internal/external) and working with validation processes.
• Participates in developing quality control procedures for manufacturing of products.
• Creates a safe working environment by following MSDS, all EH&S regulations, rules and policies.
• Adheres to current processes and identifies / recommends improvements to current practices as well as handling escalated issues as needed.
• Adheres to quality standards, test methods and procedures.
• Confirms product performance by reviewing project specs, designing/ conducting research/tests, reporting/documenting test results and ensuring validation process is recorded for future use.
• Communicates to stakeholders regularly by sharing information, creating technical reports and delivering presentations; participates in meetings as a knowledgeable senior team member.
  

Desired Profile

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry
• Minimum 1-3 years of industrial experiences in formulating polymer coatings, specifically epoxy, Acrylate, SBR, polyurethane, and urethane-cement coatings etc.
• Demonstrate the ability to use best practice project management skills to manage multiple projects concurrently understanding critical resource requirements and priorities
• Positive attitude, driven, persistent, and results oriented.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to changes in project direction.
• Strong sense of work ethic, self-motivation and interpersonal skill
• Ability to conduct data analysis, technical report and procedure writing and determination of conclusions are necessary. Solid report writing skills to summarize project and program details and action plans; scientific research report writing.
• Computer Literacy - knowledge of various software applications and the ability to use these software tools with regard to the management of project or programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Creative thinker and proactive problem solver