Chemist I/II

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　　Date: Jan 19, 2024

　　Location: Ann Arbor

　　Company: Wacker Chemical Corporation

　　Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

　　To strengthen our team inAnn Arbor,

　　we are looking for you as a(n)Chemist I/II.

　　Come join our growing team! This role will support our automotive business team to help support product development and technical support covering a broad range of applications from adhesives, e-mobility applications, and silicones used in electronics.

　　As the world changes and new applications emerge, the demand for better performing materials remains constant. Everyday our lives are impacted and improved by the use of high-performance materials which utilize silicone solutions. Our silicone-based materials are essential and provide unique solutions to achieving performance in high demanding applications.

　　Essential Functions:

　　Perform a wide variety of lab responsibilities to support product development and technical service including formulation testing and reporting, sampling, good housekeeping skills and safe operation of a lab equipment

　　Collaborate with team on analysis, interpretation, and experimental plan

　　Document observations and measurements in technical lab reports, presentations, and electronic laboratory notebook

　　Order laboratory supplies and chemicals; maintain laboratory area

　　Required Education and Experience

　　Bachelor’s degree required

　　Minimum of 3 years experience

　　Travel < 15%

　　Critical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

　　Knowledge with designing experimental/testing plans and ability/willingness to execute a wide variety of lab related functions - synthesis, product characterization, application testing, and safe operation of lab scale twin-extruder

　　Experience in characterization of small molecules or polymers by common methods such as DMA, DSC, GC, IR, Microscopy, NMR, TGA, and viscosity

　　Independently provide clear interpretation of results and conclusions

　　Ability and preference to collaboratively work within a team setting

　　Well-organize and able to prepare technical lab reports

　　Excellent communication skills

　　Additional Requirements

　　Focus on safe lab operations, managing lab routines, including equipment maintenance

　　Ability to drive projects which meet customer and markets needs

　　General grasp of project management

　　Driven by curiosity and willingness to learn

　　Patience and high level of determination to provide clear conclusions

　　Willingness to operate and maintain lab scale equipment of a wide variety

　　General knowledge of relevant adhesive, potting, or silicone technology for automotive applications is a plus, but not required

　　What do we offer?

　　WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

　　WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

　　Compensation and Incentive plans

　　Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1

　　Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays

　　Paid parental leave

　　Wellbeing fund

　　Flexible hybrid work arrangements

　　401(k) with company match

　　Education Assistance Program

　　Career development and advancement opportunities

　　Support for Community Involvement

　　We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.

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　　The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

　　A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

　　WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.