Scientist - R&T, Turbhe

Description

Job Purpose

Synthesis of vinyl acetate - ethylene VAE emulsions copolymers and terpolymers in lab and pilot scales

Business Responsibility Areas

Development of new emulsions based on VAE formulations - co- and terpolymersThorough knowledge of VAM emulsion polymerization and copolymerization chemistry such as conversion, reactivity ratio with different monomers, and viscosity managementIn depth knowledge of fundamentals of emulsion polymerization of different monomersUnderstanding of global developments and identifying new product ideas and timely commercialization of productsOversee development of emulsions to meet the defined product attributesMust have knowledge on key characterization parameters of emulsionsManaging long term product pipeline and new trends in exterior and interior segmentsHandling high pressure polymerization reactorsAttending customer complaints and providing solution to themSupport manufacturing units / plant for batch correction Corrective and preventive action to be taken post RCAGood information on competition benchmark productsGood teamwork with people development for effective productivityGetting in-depth knowledge of the relevant patent literature from VAE expert companies such as Wacker and CelaneseVery good Technical Report writing skills

Qualifications

Essential - PhD in polymer chemistry or Polymer science, followed by postdoctoral studies &/or a job stint in the polymers / coatings industry, preferably from Europe, USA, Singapore or Japan

Previous Experience

Essential: Minimum 5 years of experience in emulsion polymerization during PhD/ postdoctoral stint &/or in emulsion suppliers or organized paint manufacturing companyThorough knowledge and formulation skill of high pressure polymerization chemistry, along with exposure to Industrial customers for technical support Desired - Experience in hands-on VAM/VAE emulsion polymers in companies like Celanese, Wacker or Dairen will be preferred Also, prior experience in scale-up of emulsions from lab to shop floor is highly desired