Solutia has an immediate opening for a Research Specialist in the Flexsys Crystex Technology Group.

The Crystex Technology Group provides product and process development, plant support, and engineering support for the Flexsys Crystex business. In Akron, OH, the group is responsible for finding and developing innovative products and technologies that address needs of the Crystex business. In particular, it is desired that this position will deliver expertise in industrial chemistry (inorganic, organic and polymer), polymer crystallization, and polymer stabilization. The position is based in Akron, OH, USA and may include supervision of lab technician(s). Occasional travel to the worldwide production facilities is required.

Responsibilities:

• Crystex Insoluble Sulfur product and process development
• Develop new chemistries in support of Crystex business
• Research inter-relationships among Crystex physical properties, product properties, and process parameters.
• Lab and pilot plant experimentation (Plant trials thru process engineers)
• Coordinate end-use application testing in rubber compounds
• Technology transfer
• Marketing and customer support

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Ph.D. Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science
• Minimum of 10 years relevant work experience
• Ability to design, start-up and direct work in a laboratory setting.
• Understanding of polymerization, particle formation, and crystallization processes.
• Understanding of analytical methods for powders and crystalline materials.
• Design of experiments, data exploration, and model development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to different cultural environments