Senior Scientist

Bakelite Synthetics is charting the course as the next-generation chemical company. With our global presence and rich history dating back to 1907, we are deeply rooted in the boundless possibilities of science and curiosity.

Today, from trains and planes to everyday household items, our products are almost always within a few feet.   We are continuously innovating thousands of products around the world while committing to sustainability and environmental protection. We are looking for talented and passionate people to help us create that future and the products that will continue to change the world. If you are someone who is curious, creative, and driven to make a difference, then you should consider joining our team.  

As a valued member of the Bakelite team, you will:

• Work on cutting-edge projects that are making a real impact on the world
• Collaborate with a team of talented and passionate people
• Learn and grow in a fast-paced and challenging environment
• Put your unique fingerprint on our growing organization
• Make a difference in the world by helping create sustainable products

If you are ready to join a company that is changing the world, then we encourage you to apply today. We can’t wait to see what you can do!

Summary

Bakelite is looking for a creative and highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our Analytical R&D Team.  The Senior Scientist will assist our Analytical team with hands-on analysis of resin product(s) and technologies through the utilization of the scientific method and testing. Your expertise in analytical and thermal techniques will contribute to solving complex characterization challenges across Bakelite’s family of products.

Job Description & Responsibilities

• Plan and execute advanced analytical testing of raw materials, polymer, contaminants, and resin products, using advanced instrumentation, for our R&D, operations, and business customers.
• Utilize singular or combinations of analytical techniques, such as, but not limited to, GC, LC, FTIR, NMR and various thermal techniques (DMA, DSC, TGA, TMA, and Rheometry) to acquire, interpret, and report the necessary data to advance Bakelite’s strategic priorities.
• Collaborate and provide analytical support to Bakelite R&D, manufacturing plants, customers (internal and external), and regulatory efforts.
• Utilizing existing and implement new analytical technologies to foster innovation across the analytical and R&D communities.
• Solicit input from area experts and make knowledgeable decisions. Utilize available resources and databases to regularly review technical information, patents, internal reports, and literature pertinent to field of expertise.
• Accurately document, communicate technical work, keep organized records of experiments, procedures, and results; preparing technical reports, summaries, and presentations as required.
• Manage chemical and supply inventory, order chemicals and supplies when needed; comply with all GLP, EHS policies, and job training requirements to safely perform all job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry with 10+ years or Master’s Degree in Chemistry with 5+ years of relevant experience in the field of Analytical Chemistry or Polymer Science.
• Good working knowledge and understanding of multiple analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, FT-IR, NMR, DSC, DMA, and Rheometry.
• Serious safety focus with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both written and verbal) in a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced research environment; ability to multi-task to meet research and development needs.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment; mentor and develop scientists as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry with 2+ years of relevant experience in the field of Analytical Chemistry and/or Polymer Science.
• Advanced knowledge, understanding, and ability utilizing NMR spectroscopy and combinations of thermal techniques, such as DSC, DMA, TMA, TGA, and Rheometry, in the pursuit of analyzing and characterizing raw materials, resin, and polymer mixtures.
• Experience performing, developing, and validating analytical methods; knowledge and application of good project management.
• Detail oriented, have strong customer focus, self-motivated, and able to foster collaboration within the Analytical team, global R&D, and Bakelite business and operations.

We are an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, minority status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any characteristic protected by law. 

In order to be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment through our career site, be at least 18 years or age, willing to take a drug test, submit to a background investigation as part of the selection process, as well as additional periodic background checks as required by the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS) or regulations adopted by the Department of Homeland Security or other regulatory agencies. Candidates are required to have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States. This company participates in E-Verify.  For additional details, click HERE.

If currently an employee of the Company, you must have satisfactory work performance. Disclaimer: We are not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms/employment agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails to an employee about this position. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agencies to any employee of the Company via email, the Internet or in any other form and/or method without a valid written search firm agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of the Company; no fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by the Company as a result of the unsolicited referral or through other means.