R&D Scientist Ii

We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,150 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

What We Offer

The R&D Scientist II will initiate and execute all laboratory activities within the required timescale and milestone objectives, by utilizing accumulated technical expertise to progress the work, related to: Assigned projects initiated by the technical director, Customer service requests and plant support requests.

Major Responsibilities:

• Ownership of simple technical projects; assists in more complex projects
• Basic understanding and knowledge of techniques, pertinent tools (e.g. statistics, computers), instrumentation, lab functions to identify problems and support completion of work assignments; uses technical literature
• Works primarily on tasks as an independent contributor or team member. Organize and execute all activities, necessary to progress assigned projects in consultation with the application Director, marketing, or relevant project manager.
• Conducts tests, collects, and analyzes data. R&D Scientist II is expected to provide detailed technical support which delivers added value to customers (external/internal).
• Follows safety and other regulatory guidelines
• Business Insight: Has a basic understanding of department technical goals. Keep up to date with technical developments, within Covestro and within the market, associated with high performance inks/adhesives/coatings to ensure that where applicable, these developments are used for new products and technologies and new applications for existing products
• Interactions are primarily to share factual results (e.g. written work summaries, intra dept. communications)

What You Offer

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED with 8+ years of exceptional industry experience
• Master’s degree
• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of experience
• Associates degree with 4+ years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of respective chemistry, processing, structure property, relationship
• Effective communication and presentation skills
• Fluency in English
• Organizational and project management skills
• Knowledge in safety, quality management, IP Management
• Team-orientated
• Leadership experience and skills

YOUR APPLICATION

Are you as curious, courageous and colorful as we are? If so, we can offer you an exciting career opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and resume. Become part of our team - apply now!

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