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Materials Scientist

2 months ago

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Job Summary

Avery Dennison is seeking a skilled Polymer Scientist to join our Advanced Materials Solutions team. As a key member of our research and development team, you will be responsible for designing and executing experiments, synthesizing polymers and coatings, and formulating adhesive compositions tailored for specific industrial applications.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and execute experiments to develop new polymer-based materials and coatings
  • Synthesize polymers and coatings using various techniques, including free-radical, condensation, thermal, actinic, and controlled architectured polymerization
  • Formulate adhesive compositions tailored for specific industrial applications, including electrical conductivity, dielectric constant, adhesion strength, thermal stability, and environmental compatibility
  • Characterize polymers and adhesives for performance using relevant analytical techniques, electrical testing, and physical testing methods
  • Stay updated on the latest advancements, market trends, and competitive products through literature review and guide research direction accordingly
  • Lead project teams in basic research and customer-driven R&D for conductive and electronic materials, develop and implement comprehensive technical project plans, determine resources, actions, and timelines for projects
  • Act as a patent liaison, working with corporate council regarding right to market, patent applications, and office actions, assist fellow chemists in patent activities and filings
  • Transfer knowledge to colleagues through presentations, technical reports, and day-to-day interactions, train and mentor junior colleagues in the theory and application of both conventional and new polymerization technology and formulating
  • Represent the organization as the prime technical contact on projects, engaging with senior external personnel on significant technical matters, often requiring coordination between organizations
  • Actively participate in process safety management and employee safety programs, contribute to continuous improvement through inputs into raw material selection and process modifications

Qualifications:

  • PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Polymer Science; alternatively, a BS/MS with appropriate years of experience in polymer design and synthesis
  • Minimum 2 years of R&D experience in polymerization
  • Experience in development of electrically conductive polymer systems, including incorporating conductive fillers into polymer matrices as well as inherently conductive polymers is highly desired
  • Working knowledge of electrically conductive fillers, high dielectric polymeric materials/composites, soft polymer materials, and acrylic pressure sensitive adhesives
  • Advanced knowledge of characterization and analytical/applications testing of polymeric materials, demonstrated expertise in using statistical design of experiments
  • Synthesis and formulation experience in complementary chemistries and technologies such as urethanes, silicones, epoxies, hot melts, and radiation curing will be a plus
  • Must demonstrate strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to tackle challenges throughout the development process, proven track record of implementing creative and innovative technologies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, well-developed time management skills with the ability to work on and/or lead multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to foster creativity/innovation while ensuring project progress and lab productivity