Ecolab is seeking a Chemist to provide technical support to multiple research scientists focusing on water soluble polymer and related chemistry product development. Our team, an enterprise-wide innovation platform, develops differentiated innovations in chemistry and associated processes through synthesis, product optimization, production support, and chemical application insights. We are seeking candidates who have strong collaboration and teamwork skills, are self-motivated, have good communication skills, are creative problem solvers, and possess strong observation and perception skills.
What's in it For You:
The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best
What You Will Do:
Execute routine and experimental laboratory activities supporting one or more research projects through direction from senior research scientists
Maintain and operate multi-scale reaction and characterization equipment, including larger equipment
Conduct routine and experimental analysis for product characterization and to support product applications
Provide synthetic, supply chain, and production support through lab reactions and experimentation
Engage in research to develop new methods of processing or production
Contribute to the development of differentiated technology, products, processes, or systems
Interpret experimental results and properly document findings
Communicate findings and observations through written and verbal communication and presentations
Maintain accurate lab notebook records and file reports for experimental work
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry or related
0-2 years of Chemistry experience
Some mechanical aptitude
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Good organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Sponsorship not available
Preferred Qualifications:
Synthetic experience in a lab environment
Demonstrated initiative and ability to handle multiple tasks
Ability to flourish as part of a multi-disciplinary team of researchers
The successful candidate will be innovative, self-starting and team orientated
Benefits
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