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Dow · 1 day ago

Senior Analytical R&D/TS&D Technician

Collegeville, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Dow is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, dedicated to delivering a sustainable future through science and collaboration. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior R&D/TS&D Technician to support their Analytical Science Lab in Collegeville, PA, focusing on providing critical analytical support for rapid testing and analysis of samples to aid product and process development.

AgricultureChemicalInnovation ManagementManufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

We are seeking an R&D/TS&D Technician with excellent laboratory skills to work hands on in our rapid testing group

This role is in a group that provides crucial analytical testing support in a fast time frame to business R&D, TS&D, and M&E partners

Perform rapid testing and analysis of samples to support product and process research

Collaborate with research chemists and engineers to solve complex technical challenges

Provide technical support for experimental activities, product development, and application development

Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation; develop methods of analysis and report results

Ensure laboratory safety and maintain compliance with all site and departmental safety programs

Manage inventories of consumables, chemicals, and supplies

Communicate issues promptly to enable quick resolution and actively participate in team meetings focused on safety, process improvement, and problem-solving

Qualification

Gas ChromatographyHPLCDifferential Scanning CalorimetryLaboratory InstrumentationPolymers KnowledgeAnalytical ThinkingOrganizingPlanningLaboratory SafetyTechnical CommunicationTime ManagementTeam Collaboration

Required

A High school Diploma/GED equivalent AND 5 years of relevant work experience OR An Associate's Degree or higher (or higher) (Applied Science in a relevant field i.e., Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology preferred) OR 3 years relevant military training experience

Experience in a laboratory setting (industrial or academic)

Must have strong multi-tasking, problem solving and time management skills

Must be able to work successfully in a team environment

Must be able to work with and take direction from multiple scientists

A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Materials Science (strongly preferred)

Hands-on experience with Gas Chromatography, HPLC, and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)

Knowledge of polymers and coating materials

Experience troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instruments

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; ability to learn new software quickly

Strong laboratory skills, communication skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities

Benefits

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.

Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.

Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.

Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).

Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).

Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs.

Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.

Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.

Competitive yearly vacation allowance.

Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).

Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.

Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.

On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).

Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.

Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)

Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)

Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)