Netherlands Job Openings

Dow

Associate Research Specialist

Terneuzen

FULL TIME

August 14, 2024

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place.

About you and this role

Dow has an exciting opportunity for an Associate research specialist in the R&D Characterization Group in Terneuzen, The Netherlands. This is a characterization and analytical process group under the Global R&D Characterization organization in P&SPH business which characterizes polyethylene films to support manufacturing plants and clients, R&D projects, technical service studies, and process improvements.

The Terneuzen R&D Characterization laboratory provides characterization and testing support to internal and external clients in the areas of rheology, analytical, separations, sensory and process analytical. In this role, you will work closely with technicians, research scientists, engineers and group leader to continuously give support for business and continuously focuses on improving the technical capabilities of the laboratory. You will take ownership of the laboratory’s data and data quality and find ways to improve the efficiency of work processes. Problem solving and team-work skills are crucial for executing routing test procedures, implementation of new capabilities and bringing in the development of new technologies.

As an Associate Research Specialist, you implement technical solutions through hands-on experimentation and problem-solving for research problems that are well defined in multiple technology areas in R&D characterization. Receives instruction, guidance and direction from more senior level roles.

This role requires conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within job discipline. Performs routine assignments and solves standard problems using existing procedures. Applies general knowledge of business developed through education or past experiences. Analyzes information and standard practices to make judgments.

Responsibilities

Conducts research on assigned projects using working knowledge of scientific principles, theory and experimental design within different scientific disciplines.
Implements technical solutions through hands-on experimentation/problem-solving for research problems that are well defined within project areas.
Generates sound research data, interpretation of results, and data handling.
Generates value through innovation in her/his work area.
Keeps current with developments in relevant areas of separations science technology and others when necessary.
Collaborates effectively across the department; presents research project updates and demonstrates capability to influence audience with effective presentation skills.
Communicates and appropriately documents work in the form of internal reports/presentations. Draft and submit patent disclosures as appropriate.
Brings ideas for new changes to implement in the current work processes and/or facilitates the ideation of new projects or topics.
Using established procedures (typically ASTM or ISO), be knowledgeable on separations science and analytical testing of polymers and be able to troubleshoot issues with the equipment.
Conducts non-routine testing on complex requests from clients, does testing during developing new methods or techniques and supports routine tests in different labs in R&D Characterization labs.
Train new employees to start experiments to understand, communicate and continuously improve the capability of our methods and laboratory.
Participate on global teams to standardize and improve test methods.
Supports the implementation of new test equipment and methods, working within the Quality and Safety system to write the operating procedures and training other Technologists or team members.
Coordinate projects or initiatives with other laboratories and is aware of capabilities of the similar labs in the organization.
Keep customers satisfaction high with delivering timely and quality data and bring in new customers for new application areas or research topics while prioritizing and completing work based on relative importance and urgency from the clients.
Understand and follow appropriate EH&S standards, policies and procedures applicable to their job and is able to work as Industrial Hygiene focal point for the department.
Lead by example in the area of safety behaviors by promoting safe work habits taking leadership in safety responsibilities in the work area such as conducting root cause investigations if needed.
Routinely contributes to documentation as appropriate (CRI's, patent applications, programming, etc.). Coaches and mentors others to write clear, concise and timely technical reports to document significant results and completion of projects within set timeline goals.

Qualifications

BSc. or MSc. Degree in Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical engineering or in equivalent field with relevant work experience.
You have a minimum of 5 years of working experience in a relevant R&D, manufacturing lab, mini or pilot-plant environment.
Proficiency in laboratory equipment set-up, operation and chemical handling especially in separations science technology area.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work in the team with team members from diverse backgrounds.
A good team player with ability to successfully partner with team members and contacts from multiple backgrounds in a global R&D organization.
Fluent in English is crucial. Being fluent in Dutch is a plus.

Preferred qualifications

Experience and ability to collect, analyze, interpret data and good IT / digital skills is strongly preferred.
Experience in technology areas such as separations science, analytical, and chromatography are strongly preferred.
Experience in techniques such as GPC, i CCD, TGIC, GC, 2D-GC techniques are strongly preferred.

Benefits – What Dow offers you

We invest in you.

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:

Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
- Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
- Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
- Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting

www.dow.com

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on

www.dow.com

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