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As aScience and Technology Polymer Research Chemist,in the Photochromics group at the Monroeville business and Technology Center, you will design and synthesize novel polymer resins for evaluation and commercialization for the next generation Transition product. You will work with a collective group of chemists across multiple disciplines advancing technology through science.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, synthesize, characterize, and evaluate polymer innovations.
- Collaborate with team members and external partners.
- Conduct and organize work to maximize productivity in the laboratory.
- Achieve project milestones and communicate results through presentations and written reports
- Pursue intellectual property protection for new technologies.
- Lead with example in maintaining a safe, clean work area and a detailed laboratory notebook.
- Be hands-on in the lab, involved in troubleshooting and scale-up and process improvements.
Qualifications
- PhD in Polymer Chemistry, with 0-3 years of industry experience or equivalent post-doctoral work.
- Knowledge of coatings chemistry
- Experience with experimental design (DOE)
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.
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We do better today than yesterday - everyday.
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Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. Pay Transparency poster: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf
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