The Associate Scientist will conduct research and development efforts for CCM products. The role will focus on leading qualifications and changes in rubber formulations at plant to achieve cost savings, improved manufacturability, improved quality assurance, and supply chain continuity. It may also include leading rubber formulation changes for line extensions, sustainability and new product development. This position will conduct research using the latest technologies across the full lifecycle of product development from laboratory-, pilot-, and plant-scale processing equipment to create new products and building assemblies, test methods, formulations, and processing techniques. Effective communication of this knowledge will be demonstrated by routinely guiding, coaching, and mentoring technical staff, sharing knowledge, and collaborating with stakeholders within and outside the organization. This position will operate under the general guidance of R&I EPDM Manager.Primary Responsibilities:
Leading research activities on new and existing products as well as identifying and implementing new technologies within the rubber business group.
Leading multiple Innovation and New Product Development projects critical to support and grow the rubber roofing business.
Utilizing advance material characterization techniques to establish structure property relationships of polymer materials.
Leading Research and development activities at bench and pilot scale to substantiate new rubber formulations.
Leading rubber formulation qualifications at plant to specify and validate formulations for routine production focused on cost savings, supply chain continuity, quality assurance, improved manufacturability, line extensions, sustainability and new product development.
Managing the technical projects from ideation through scale up to commercialization.
Supporting the rubber roofing business through new product development, processing and performance improvement, raw material qualification and cost reduction projects.
Collaborating with sales, marketing, manufacturing, purchasing, warranty departments and CCM staff on defined project priorities, project scope and future development directions.
Publish technical reports, conduct technical presentations, and champion safety
A Bachelor's or Master's in Polymer Science and Engineering, Material Science & Engineering or Chemistry
2+ years of industrial experience in the development of polymer products in R&I and supply chain role. Candidates exhibiting experience in the development of rubber products are desired
Experience in associated polymer processing technologies such as mixing, extrusion and calendaring are a plus
Knowledge to analyze data, understand structure property relationships of polymers and conduct relative testing and evaluations
Experience with FTIR, DSC, TGA and rheology analysis of polymers
Training or experience on the design of experiments, especially as applied to development of chemical formulations
Project management skills in a cross functional environment
Strong collaboration skills with focus on delivering results in cross-functional matrix organization
Ability to communicate effectively
Progressive interpersonal skills-oral communication, written communication
Knowledge to problem solving techniques.
Benefits and CompensationCarlisle provides competitive salaries, bonus eligibility, time-off, multiple and competitive healthcare options, 401K, tuition reimbursement, continuing training and support. This position would require someone to work in Carlisle, PA and relocation assistance is available upon request.Carlisle Construction Materials LLC (CCM) is a diversified manufacturer and supplier of premium building products and related technologies for the commercial and residential construction markets. Carlisle is one of the most respected companies in the building materials industry. After being around for more than 100 years, our customers know us for our superior products, remarkable service, and groundbreaking innovations. Our culture at CCM is one that values collaboration and team success over individual credit. Carlisle core values are safety, bias for action and results, continuous improvement, teamwork and communication, customer focus, empowerment, and mutual trust respect, and integrity. These core values are the center of all business decisions and make CCM the successful company that it is.#LI-LT1Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled
