Tech Service / Development Scientist in Houston TX Job Listing at Kelly Services in Katy, TX (Job ID US3550314_BH9775247)

Description

Kelly Science & Clinical is currently seeking candidates for a Development Scientist position at the R&D facility of a specialty chemical company in West Houston.  The overall responsibilities of the position are to provide technical support for the company's products and lead application development projects to expand business opportunities.

Job Responsibilities

• Work with R&D teams to test and evaluate new and existing polymers in the lab and pilot plant
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues by offering solutions to improve product performance
• Lead application development projects, ensuring they meet timelines and budgets
• Develop application processes and specialized test methods for new products
• Conduct studies on processing equipment to improve product performance
• Operate lab compounders, extruders, injection molders, and other equipment for testing
• Present experimental results and recommendations to stakeholders
• Collaborate with patent counsel to assess patentability and assist with patent applications

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree in Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field of study
• Strong knowledge of polymer material science, rheology, processing, and film applications
• 2-5 years of experience in testing and characterization of films and plastics
• Familiarity with thermoplastic polymer processing, polymer rheology, and extrusion equipment
• Experience with developing new products
• Ability to travel up to 25% within the US and internationally

This is a direct hire position with a Monday-Friday day shift work schedule. Salary is commensurate upon level of education and applicable experience. If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume for immediate consideration. #P1

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

Why Kelly® Science & Clinical?

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