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Gregory Sands
MIT Program in Polymer Science & Technology
77 Massachusetts Avenue, Room 3-435
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
EMAIL: gsands@mit.edu
POSTED 6/13/2006
JOB OPPORTUNITY
POLYMER RESEARCH CHEMIST
DOW CHEMICAL
Title: Polyurethane research chemist
Job description: This job entails the design and invention of polyols and polyurethane derivatives for performance applications. The role requires
strong skills in polymer chemistry and organic synthesis. Performance applications include specialty foams, adhesives, sealants, and elastomers. The candidate will be expected to utilize scientific methodology to invent products and understand polymer behavior and reaction mechanisms, file patent disclosures, and thoroughly document work. Dow's Polyurethane Business is a market leader in the supply of polyols, isocyanates, and formulated systems; the market is approximately $25 Billion globally. The role resides in our Product Research department, and the candidate will play a central role in designing new products and understanding the role of chemical composition in product performance for polyurethane
applications around the world.
Location: Freeport, Texas - approximately 1 hour from center of Houston.
Requirements: PhD in polymer chemistry or equivalent.
Timing for job start: Today through end of 2006.
About Dow
Dow is a diversified chemical company that harnesses the power of science and technology to improve living daily. The Company offers a broad range of innovative products and services to customers in more than 175
countries, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. Built on a commitment to its principles of sustainability, Dow has annual sales of
$46 billion and employs 42,000 people worldwide. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated
subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted.
PLEASE SEND YOUR RESUME/CV TO:Gregory Sands
MIT Program in Polymer Science and Technology
77 Massachusetts Ave, Room 5-211
Cambridge, MA 02139