The Formulation, Automation & Materials Science organization in Core R&D has an opportunity for a Senior Research Specialist in the Materials Science & Processing organization. The successful candidate will provide technical solutions utilizing computation materials science skills to drive research in the areas of coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, foams, films, parts, and other systems comprised of different material types including thermoplastics and thermosets. The preferred candidate will have expertise in soft materials science, physical properties, mechanics, material morphology, failure analysis, and associated modeling and data analysis. Further, experience applied to adhesive systems, thin films, composite matrices and the foaming of thermoplastic systems is a plus. The individual will be part of a global, multifunctional team of researchers who have responsibility for the development and application of new technology in modeling and simulation. The research projects will span across the spectrum of the commercialization process – from discovery or exploration to application development to process development to implementation or product launch. Other requirements include a strong focus on safety and IP creation and strong interpersonal skills.
Specific responsibilities include:
Conduct research on defined projects applying scientific principles, theory, and experiments.
Lead projects – lead multidisciplinary team, define project goals, manage stakeholder communications, and ensure delivery of project milestones and objectives.
Learn the tools, techniques, and methods necessary to complete specific projects.
Resolve technology challenges through focused scientific methodology, multidisciplinary approaches, and innovative thinking.
Combine data, experimental design, and modeling tools to build structure-process-property relationships to accelerate research.
Develop new methodologies and modeling tools to simulate, characterize and optimize product and process development.
Create and secure intellectual property.
Communicate and document work as entries in electronic notebooks, technical reports, presentations, and publications.
Evaluate market needs for new technology and product options.
Collaborate across Core R&D and with business partners to identify and advance strategic R&D initiatives; identify and create new opportunities for technology development.
Serve as Subject Matter Expert on multi-disciplinary project teams to provide solutions for well-defined research problems.
Understand and follow policies regarding environment, health, and safety.
Support employee recruiting, interviewing, and hiring.
Develop an external presence through journal publications, patent applications, and patents.
Keep current with technological developments through patent and technical literature.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field.
Literate in high-level computer programming languages (Python, MATLAB, R) with ideally some experience in either of the followings: C/C++, FORTRAN, DELPHI (Turbo Pascal)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
You have a good working knowledge of English and Dutch is a plus
Preferred Qualifications
New graduates, those that expect to graduate by December 2023, and post-doctoral candidates can also apply
Expertise in one of the following areas of modeling/simulation:
Molecular & Polymer miscibility; molecular & particle dynamics; polymer constitutive modeling; material structure-properties modeling; computational chemistry
Trained in Data Science and/or Machine Learning techniques
Self-motivated, self-directed, and responsive
Dow Offers:
A robust total rewards program, including: competitive base pay, variable pay that rewards individual, team, and Company performance, and comprehensive benefits
On-going learning opportunities within a diverse, inclusive and rewarding work environment
Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
The chance to work within a global company and interact with colleagues from around the world
Opportunities that spark your imagination and ignite your passion to help others
Internship position: https://corporate.dow.com/en-us/careers/jobs/position.R2039701
Nom :Teja Bajde
Email :feuhrta@dow.com
Tél. :+38651470210