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The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company · 1 day ago

Scientist Staff

positionAkron, OH
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityLead/Staff
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is one of the world's largest tire companies, focusing on developing innovative tire materials. As a Staff Scientist, you will develop new material technologies, collaborate with suppliers, and ensure successful technology integration to optimize performance and sustainability.
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Responsibilities

Develop new material technologies that optimize performance while balancing cost and environmental impact
Design and execute laboratory studies to evaluate material technologies, interpreting results based on the underlying chemistry and physics
Collaborate closely with suppliers, design teams, and applied development groups to ensure alignment and successful technology integration
Provide on-site support during plant trials to validate material performance and assist in troubleshooting
Communicate findings and recommendations effectively across technical and non-technical audiences to support decision-making and project advancement

Qualification

PhD in ChemistryMaterial developmentElastomeric composite designSynthetic ChemistryOrganic ChemistryOrganometallic ChemistryInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTechnical documentationCollaboration

Required

PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or similar field with a preference for Synthetic, Organic, or Organometallic Chemistry degrees
Experience in new material and chemical development, ideally within the automotive, tire industry, and/or experience in a research and development organization

Preferred

Experience in elastomeric composite design and formulation
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
Exceptional communication and technical documentation skills
Be open-minded, optimistic, and collaborative, with a strong sense of urgency and initiative

Benefits

Relocation Available: Yes

Company

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

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Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products
dateFounded in 1898
location
Akron, Ohio, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://jobs.goodyear.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Mark Stewart
CEO & President
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Will Roland
Chief Marketing Officer
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