Chemist (Temporary) Job at Arkema Inc in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

The Chemist / Engineer is responsible for generating analytical data in support of Arkema's R&D programs and technical service efforts for its North American Business Units. The analytical data is analyzed and reported to internal customers in consultation with a senior scientist. This position requires hands on laboratory work involving a variety of analytical tools and methods. Work is to be performed in accordance to safe laboratory practices and with active participation in Arkema's safety initiatives and programs.

Specific activites include, but are not limited to:

-Performs routine and non-routine laboratory testing of samples utilizing thermal and rheological techniques
-Mulititasks effectively and efficiently organizes routine work
-Evaluates and interprets generated data with supervision
-Maintains laboratory notebooks and appropriate records
-Troubleshoots problems and proposes solutions
-Writes technical reports and communicates results to supervisor and to internal customers
-Works collaboratively with teams of other researchers to solve problems
-Maintains safe laboratory practices and a strong commitment to Arkema safety culture

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- BS in Materials Science, Engineering or Chemistry.
- Experience with thermal characterization and physical properties determination is desirable
- General knowledge of polymer science is desirable
- Laboratory experience and a basic knowledge of analytical techniques
- Good organizational skills, proficiency in data analysis and clear technical writing
- Proficiency with computer software (spreadsheet, word processing, presentation and graphical analysis)
- Basic understanding of programming (Labview, Matlab) is desirable
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Strong written and oral communication skills

A global chemical company and France's leading chemicals producer, Arkema is building the future of the chemical industry every day. Deploying a responsible, innovation-based approach, we produce state-of-the-art specialty chemicals that provide customers with practical solutions to such challenges as climate change, access to drinking water, the future of energy, fossil fuel preservation and the need for lighter materials. With operations in close to 50 countries, some 19,000 employees and research centers in North America, France and Asia, Arkema generates pro forma annual revenue of some $8.1 billion, and holds leadership positions in all its markets with a portfolio of internationally recognized brands.,

Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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