Research Associate - Polymer Processing

esearch Associate - Polymer Processing

Become part of a team in a company that was founded to improve “Environmental Sustainability” through technology innovations.They partner with companies interested in sustainable sources of plastic materials for products like bottled beverages, cars, etc. Our hiring client is providing R&D Process Development expertise to these manufacturing companies.

Why You Should Apply

• Engage in cutting-edge chemical technology development, in this environmentally friendly “green” process development effort.
• Work within a dynamic R&D team learning from a highly educated and friendly manager. The small size of this company will allow a good variety of work as you quickly become a process development expert.

All employees have a vested interest in their success through stock options.

Work Location: Rockland County NY (near Nanuet NY) and the NY/NJ state border – Commute from the lower cost of living Orange County NY or from North NJ, NYC (higher COL), or CT.

What You’ll Be Doing

Run experiments, collect data, and analyze samples following operating procedures and analytical protocols

• Assist in assembling and safely operating laboratory-scale extrusion and reactor systems
• Keep a lab notebook. Carefully observe and report trends, anomalies an unexpected result
• Run routine analytical tests using (GC, HPLC), ICP, TGA) of samples from your micro-unit and small pilot plant. (There is a Sr Analytical Chemist who will work on analytical methods development)
• Write SOPs and Conduct safety reviews and participate in training as needed
• Aid in the design and development of pilot and commercial plants based on research findings.
• Partner with the team who runs the large pilot plant in TX and the technology licensing partner company brought in to expedite commercial plant design.
• Provide R&D summaries and presentations to senior management and customers

Requirements

What You’ll Bring to the Job

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering
• Will consider a Chemists who has been involved with building & running small scale pilot plants.
• Best with 2+ years of experience in an industrial R&D environment, including co-ops and internships.
• Has scaled up processes from bench through pilot plant scale
• Mechanical aptitude for building, setting up, and troubleshooting lab equipment.
• Knowledge of extrusion processes or polymer processing unit operations.
• Experience with LabView is a plus
• Must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity.

Some benefits highlights:

• 401K with automatic enrollment at 3%
• Full medical and dental benefits
• 11 paid holidays, 15 PTO days, and 5 sick days per year
• Employee STD, LTD, life, and accidental death insurance
• Optional enrollments for flexible spending and HRA

Dive into a role where your work directly impacts the future of environmental technology. Join a team that values innovation, sustainability, and forward-thinking solutions in the heart of chemical recycling technology.