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Dow · 1 day ago

R&D/TS&D Technician

Freeport, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Dow is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, and they have an exciting opportunity for an R&D Technician located in Lake Jackson, TX. This role provides technical support to Lead Scientists in the preparation and execution of experimental activities and studies, focusing on polymer characterization for product development and research.

AgricultureChemicalInnovation ManagementManufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Works as part of a team in a laboratory that supports scientists and engineers in developing, screening and commercializing new products and processes

Manages and then safely executes laboratory work requests, maintaining and running relevant laboratory apparatus and testing equipment and documenting data

Develops experimental plans for review/approval by Lead Scientist and executes approved plans by performing routine and non-standard procedures of higher complexity

Develops polymer characterization expertise within the department and laboratory work group

Acts responsible for calibration, safe operation and routine maintenance of simple and complex instruments, machinery, and system components, including production equipment

Updates personal knowledge for proper use of equipment via manuals and job aids, logs maintenance activities and calibration results as required

Communicate scientific observations effectively and organize data into tables and charts for inclusion in reports and studies

Qualification

Laboratory InstrumentationAnalytical Equipment ExperienceLaboratory SafetyTechnical CommunicationOrganizingPlanning Work

Required

A minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent AND 3+ years of laboratory or manufacturing experience OR A minimum associates degree in Process Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or similar technology related area is required

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

Experience with analytical equipment, methodologies, and capabilities

Experience working as part of a team in a laboratory environment supporting chemists and engineers in testing polymeric materials

Experience using computer software to plan, analyze, evaluate, and document lab experiments and data utilizing Excel, Word, PowerPoint, MS Teams, and available research software

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)