Scientist, Concrete, P&I

Job Description

Job Description

CTS Cement Manufacturing Corporation | Rapid Set® Products is North America’s largest manufacturer of specialty fast-setting cement and shrinkage compensating cement products. CTS Cement is an employee-owned company and has been in business since 1975. Our steady growth is attributed to the quality of our products and the caliber of our employees. As the leader in advanced cement technology, we provide innovative products to the construction industry through continual research and development.

SUMMARY:

CTS is looking for a Concrete Materials Scientist for a research program focusing on the synthesis of novel cement and concrete formulations aimed at improving the early strength and heat-resistance of concrete in adverse environmental conditions. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen. Dual citizenship is allowed. Non-citizens or Green card holders need not apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and test fast-setting and heat-resistant concrete.
• Develop innovative testing protocols for these materials
• Work with the engineering sales team to identify market trends and market needs.
• Publish strategic articles and scientific papers
• Oversee key projects, processes, reporting, data and analysis
• Participate in and lead interactions with current stakeholders.
• Build a team allowing the success of the project.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of basic cement chemistry and hydration mechanisms, testing of cement, mortar and concrete, concrete designs, as well as placement of concrete using various delivery methods.
• Knowledge of basic characterization methods is necessary (X-ray Diffraction, calorimetry, etc.) and cement and concrete testing protocols (ASTM and ACI).
• U.S. citizenship is required

• M.S. in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering.
• Excellent verbal and technical writing skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• A specialization in alternative cements and concretes is preferred.
• Good communication skills, a proactive attitude, organizational skills the ability to travel up to 25% are required.

• Familiarity working with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, or other similar standards
• Experience working with cement, mortar, or concrete
• Experience with fire resistance, mechanical testing equipment and tools associated with mortars and concretes
• Experience with a laboratory setting