Performance Materials Lab - Researcher

Job Title: PML Researcher

POSITION SUMMARY

The PML Researcher will conduct assigned technical projects in the laboratory. This will primarily be laboratory work and may include some plant and field trials, and some work with 3rd parties such as suppliers.

A Researcher is knowledgeable in the science and/or engineering principles of their technical discipline. They will work under the guidance of laboratory managers or project leaders on select projects within their laboratory.

A Researcher will demonstrate their ability to apply known scientific and/or engineering knowledge in the area of responsibility of their laboratory.

Some travel will be required of this position.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. 1. Knows and observes safety regulations of the corporation
2. 2. Understands regulatory information (i.e., SDS) for chemicals
3. 3. Responsible for ensuring safe performance of employees under his/her supervision
4. Provides clear, complete, and accurate written documentation, such as, Research Reports with conclusions and recommendations
5. Independently sets up and conducts simple experiments and documents finding in ELN (Electronic Lab Notebook)
6. Effectively completes assigned projects in timely manner
7. Uses technical knowledge for execution of projects and acquires knowledge of job content
8. Develops knowledge in products and/or processes in area of responsibility
9. Participates in plant or field trials
10. Provides proper documentation necessary for successful execution of intellectual property
11. Develop and execute basic objectives for project initiatives
12. Support work that contributes to company intellectual property
13. Applies innovative improvements to products and processes
14. Represents CIC in a positive and professional manner
15. Effectively communicates to laboratory staff, stakeholders and manager on status, plans and issues in area of responsibility
16. Prepares and delivers basic presentations
17. Consults and utilizes the USG operating bulletin system

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Related Experience

• B.S. in appropriate science or engineering discipline or 5+ years equivalent experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Required:

• Advanced mathematical skills
• Strong written and oral communication
• Basic statistical data analysis skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Applications
• Basic emotional intelligence

Preferred:

• Experimental design skills
• Basic understanding of intellectual property rights
• Advanced computer skills (CAD, Minitab, mat Lab etc)