Chemist Position Available In Somerset, New Jersey

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Chemist Job Description As a Silicone Chemist, you will serve as the subject matter expert for the team, addressing an existing knowledge gap. Your role involves the development and formulation of silicone-based topical skin adhesives. Responsibilities Drive the development of innovative silicone-based solutions and formulated blends for adhesives and sealants. Develop and maintain in-house application tests. Collaborate within a cross-functional team to schedule testing, analyze data, and optimize existing technologies. Demonstrate leadership competency and lead silicone chemistry efforts within the company. Formulate silicone-based elastomers, polyurethanes, and other polymers for customer applications. Create chemical and physical property test standards and specifications for new products. Generate study protocols, execute study plans, and generate final reports for review. Present data as required. Troubleshoot product problems and serve as the silicone chemistry lead for products and projects needing new formulations. Support scale-up operations, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory compliance on issues related to material formulations. Collaborate with all appropriate disciplines within the company and perform material characterization using proper methods and analysis. Essential Skills Hands-on experience with formulation and synthesis of silicone elastomers. Laboratory experience, including running experiments. Ability to write and execute experimental plans, summaries, and completion reports. Proficiency in data organization and analysis using Minitab and/or Excel. Additional Skills & Qualifications Silicone chemistry experience, which can be academic. Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science, or a related field, with relevant industry experience. A Master’s degree is preferred, while a PhD is acceptable. In-depth understanding of chemistry and polymer science, including silicone chemical principles, analytical methods, and polymer synthesis and characterization techniques. Proficiency in laboratory safety protocols and the use of laboratory equipment. Strong collaboration skills to work with all appropriate disciplines within the company. Demonstrated leadership competency and the ability to lead silicone chemistry efforts within the company. Work Environment This is an onsite, lab-based role, offering a long-term, permanent position aimed at filling a knowledge gap within the team.