City of Ashland Kentucky · 3 months ago
Entry Level Technical Service Scientist
US-DE-WILMINGTON
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expAshland Specialty Ingredients is a leading global specialty chemicals company, and they are seeking an Entry Level Technical Service Scientist II to join their Specialty Additives business in Wilmington, DE. The role involves designing and executing laboratory experiments, formulating and testing coatings, analyzing data for product development, and collaborating with various teams to provide technical support.
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Responsibilities
Design and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate coating additives in paint formulations
Formulate and test architectural and industrial coatings to assess additive performance (rheology, wetting, dispersion, durability, etc.)
Analyze and interpret data to support product development, technical service requests, and customer trials
Prepare technical reports, presentations, and customer-facing documentation
Collaborate with sales, marketing, and application development teams to provide technical support and recommendations
Maintain lab equipment, ensure safety compliance, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Support new product launches and competitive benchmarking
Develop technical data packages and sales tools for internal and external stakeholders
Actively contribute to the organizational goals by taking initiative, executing on goals and focusing on performance and safety
Improve the organization capacity and capabilities through building collaborative relationships, optimizing diverse talent and utilizing positive communications and influence with others
Qualification
Required
BS minimum and MA/MS preferred in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer/Materials Science, or related discipline
Minimum 5 years of experience in coatings formulation, additives, or related field
Hands-on experience with paint testing methods (viscosity, gloss, scrub resistance, adhesion, opacity)
Familiarity with coating additives such as rheology modifiers, dispersants, defoamers, wetting agents, and biocides
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data interpretation and reporting
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience with customer interaction and technical service is a plus
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in coatings additives and formulation
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage projects
Problem-solving and technical ability
Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Strong communication skills: written, oral, and presentation
Knowledge of structure-property relationships in coatings and additives
Demonstrated responsible and ethical behavior at all times
The ability to help the company drive greater value through understanding the business, making complex decisions and creating the new and different
Preferred
10+ years of experience in coatings formulation, additives, or related field
Master degree or above
Benefits
Industry competitive salary and benefits
Pay-for-performance incentive plans
Company
City of Ashland Kentucky
Ashland is part of the "metro triangle" that includes Ironton, Ohio and Huntington, West Virginia.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase