Scientist

Scientist Reports to: Sr. Scientist or Research Manager What you will do As a Scientist, you will create new technologies and problem solve in structural and environmental sealing materials and processes through a technically fundamental approach. Duties / Responsibilities Create new technologies and problem solve in adhesive materials and processes through a technically fundamental approach. Independently plan and lead execution of development and testing protocols to explore modes of problem solution or routes of new product or technology creation. Maintain and expand expertise in a set of scientific areas, including physical, chemical, analytical, or formulation principles and methods. Help develop mechanistic understanding of current products and process by determining appropriate experimental and research plans. Cultivate global collaboration in the internal and external scientific community. Develop and protect intellectual property. Support patent activities through filing activities, patent surveillance, and defense of our intellectual property. Serve as a champion of safety practices in the laboratory and office environments. May provide leadership to technicians and specialists. Very competent with self-directed work. Construction, maintenance, and safety responsibilities for laboratory workspace and equipment. Job Requirements Knowledge, Skills, Abilities BS with 6+ years of product development experience, MS with 3+ years of product development experience, or PhD in the sciences, typically in chemistry or material science. Select skills in technical/scientific disciplines, as required. Very adept at maintaining and improving safety requirements in the laboratory and work space. Versed in scientific methods and laboratory apparatus. Select skills in technical/scientific disciplines, as required. Versed in scientific methods, laboratory apparatus, and communication skills. Core Competencies Performance Driven Communication Customer Centric Passion/Values Innovation Safety/Sustainability Collaboration Expertise Occasional lifting up to 30 lbs. Occasionally carrying up to 30 lbs. Occasional pushing/pulling up to 30 lbs. Frequent fine finger movement and handling materials Frequent gripping and reaching Occasional climbing stairs/step ladder Continuous sitting Continuous use of computer monitor, keyboard, and computer mouse Frequent standing and walking Occasional bending, stooping, twisting, or balancing. Rare crawling, kneeling, and crouching Inside Work – continuous Outside Work – rare Hot/Cold – occasional Humid/Dry – occasional Dust/Vapor Fumes – occasional. Hazardous Machines – occasional Moving Objects – occasional Sharp hand tools – occasional Loud Noise – occasional Working alone – frequent May be required to wear following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Safety Glasses, Gloves, Sleeves, and Respirator (Dust Mask). Physical Demands Analysis Environmental Conditions: Never = Not Required/Never (0%) Rare = Seldom/Rare (Not daily – 1-10%) Occasional = Minor/Occasional (Less than 3 hours – 11-33%) Frequent = Required/Frequent (For 3-5 hours – 34-64%) Continuous = Major/Continuous (More than 5 hours – 64-100%) Benefits Excellent total compensation package 100% company paid medical, dental, and vision. Onsite medical clinic Generous 401K contributions Top-notch wellness program with a focus on your total well-being Equal Opportunity Employer L&L Products does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. L&L Products will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship. #J-18808-Ljbffr L&L Products