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Job Description
Polymer Rheologist-1100521
Description
The Dow Chemical Company has an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Ph.D. level polymer
rheologist in Plastics R&D with the Plastics Characterization Group in Freeport, Texas. This laboratory
supports the development, manufacture and sales of polyolefin resins for film, pipe, blow molding and
similar end use applications. The selected candidate will serve as a technical resource for our rheology
testing capability, develop new rheology test capabilities, and apply rheological tools and principles to
product development and resolution of manufacturing or customer issues. The candidate will lead a
local laboratory consisting of four technicians and participate in a global rheology team.
Responsibilities:
1. Serve as technical resource to the Freeport rheology capability:
provide technical support and training to the testing group maintain high-standard service levels for
routine testing develop new test methodology/models/understanding to support business needs
participate in Dow global rheology network to leverage best practices keep up-to-date with advances in
the field of rheology play key role in new instrument evaluation and selection
2. Serve on multidisciplinary teams supporting product and application
development
provide consulting in solving complex problems (e.g. characterize polymers with new structures,
troubleshooting issues at customer) participate in the definition and defense of patents
3. Network internally with other Dow business units and externally
with universities and research institutes proactively participate in Dow internal seminars and document
high quality research reports scientific communications at international conferences and publication of
articles in scientific journals Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer/Materials Science or a closely related discipline is
required for this position.
Additional requirements and preferences of the position:
Strong theoretical background in polymer rheology with an understanding of the relationship between
polymer molecular architecture and polymer rheological behavior, processing, and physical properties
Strong experimental skill with dynamic, capillary and extensional rheometers Experience in the
characterization of polyethylene is strongly preferred Experience with other polymer characterization
techniques is a plus Strong, innovative problem solving skills Ability to collaborate effectively with others
in a team environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills At Dow, we are harnessing the
power of science and technology to improve the lives of people around the world. We are
accomplishing this by empowering our people – the Human Element – to lead change. To recognize their
outstanding efforts and contributions, we offer a total rewards package which is considered top tier in
our industry.
Dow offers:
Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits An annual variable pay program that rewards team
and individual performance and shares company, business or functional success Employee stock
ownership – and the commitment to long-term success that it brings On-going learning opportunities in
a rewarding work environment Career experiences that can span different Dow businesses and
functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth The chance to work on global teams
with colleagues around the world and in different locations Primary LocationNorth America-USA-Texas-
Freeport Schedule Full-time