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DuPont Lead Scientist in Richmond, Virginia
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As a Lead Scientist , the successful candidate will define, lead, and execute technical programs focused on aramid, monomer, and related chemistries. Sustainability and green chemistry for developmental work is a strong component of the role.
This hiring initiative represents an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic empowered R&D team that applies an understanding of fibers, fiber surfaces, fiber finishes, fabric treatments, polymer science, ingredient chemistry, fiber physical testing and analytical chemistry.
Your key responsibilities:
Developing into a leader in aramid chemistries.
Defining, leading, and executing product and process research and development programs related to the new and improved products, including solvents, monomers, polymers.
Conducting experimental work and directing experimental work of technical associates assigned to programs.
Summarizing and recommending path-forwards based on experimental results.
Participating in cross-functional teams, technical and non-technical teams.
Partnering with scientists and other engineers to scale processes to commercial production.
Partnering with product stewardship and toxicologists to identify needs based on the changing regulatory environment and developing programs related to these regulatory needs.
Partnering with external vendors and partners.
Writing and communicating technical reports and presentations
Managing intellectual property (IP); understanding relevant IP and competitive landscapes and actively developing new IP.
This job may require travel up to 25% of work time.
Qualifications:
PhD in Chemistry or related discipline.
Strong knowledge organic synthesis.
Industrial experience, 5-10 years.
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