- Dyneema, the world's strongest fiberTM, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
- Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy
- Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
- Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
- Leads development of TPE formulation, adhering to customer specifications, quality, and operational goals and standards.
- Contribution to TPE platform technology development through the application of statistical experimental design, product testing, and data analysis.
- Conduct literature and patent searches to guide experimentation.
- Identifies material and other functional specifications to meet customer requirements.
- Has multiple independent projects or joint projects; can work independently or in teams.
- Support marketing and sales through development of product and application data
- Partners with manufacturing to establish quality and testing conditions for new materials.
- Serve as technical resource across businesses.
- Present technical work within R&D, customers or conference with minimal guidance.
- Supervise one or more technicians as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science or Material Science is required. Advanced Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science or Material Science is Preferred.
- Relevant industry experience is preferred.
- Proven technical understanding of polymer science and engineering principles.
- Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: polymer chemistry, polymer structure-properties relationships, polymer processing and polymer characterization.
- Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self. Additionally, management positions focus on Leadership Competencies as a Leader of Others and/or a Leader of the Business. These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development.
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Description
Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better worldExamples include:
Avient employs approximately 10,000 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work.
WHY AVIENT:
Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development.
We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed; as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve.
Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.Job Summary
The Sr. R&D Chemist position will work in the R&D group of SEM business unit in Mchenry, IL. This role is responsible for leading the development of innovative TPE technology. Responsible for developing a testing plan, and procedure, data analysis, and communication of results.
Essential Functions
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