Application Development Representative, Coatings and Inks

Job Requisition ID: 36750

Responsibilities

•   As a senior scientist, lead projects with global teams focused on Emerging Market applications
•   Apply deep understanding of polymer science and application process to develop application of prototype polymers and additives for emerging applications.
•   Establish internal testing capabilities to validate performance of developmental products and benchmark materials
•   Work with internal capabilities and formulators to develop technical solutions
•   Determine fitness-for-use criteria for specific customer applications and reduce these to research programs to develop new polymers and additives
•   Identify knowledge gaps and lead research efforts to develop new products/formulations
•   Network with a cross functional team across R&D, marketing, sales and manufacturing to develop products which can transition quickly to commercialization
•   Provide technical support to formulators during product scale up and commercialization trials
•   Develop technical literature to support new products or techniques
•   Serve as a resource for internal and external customers on market specific product and process technology
•   Establish peer level connect with the external technical community in order to maintain an up to date understanding of market dynamics, regulatory trends and competitive intellectual property
•   Support quality, health, and safety initiatives as they relate to formulation, material safety, and technical data sheets.
•   Attend trade shows and technical conferences to align with market trends and establish/strengthen market connect
•   Travel to customers to discover needs, match fitness for use characteristics with product offerings, and support new sales opportunities through qualification.
•   Mentor and support development of technicians and other technical personnel.

Qualifications

Qualification
• PhD degree in polymer chemistry, engineering, analytics, and at least 5 years of experience in polymer application related Industrial is preferred
• A track record of leading technical projects with a major multinational company, a major AP regional company, or a major resin supplier.

Experience & Skill Requirement
•   Engage with customers to understand needs and to establish Eastman’s credibility as a reliable high quality supplier and development partner
•   Assess and communicate customer needs and project results to Marketing, Manufacturing, Quality, Technology, and business partners, tailoring the communication to the audience
•   Document results accurately and in a timely manner using e-notebook, technical reports, and invention reports, as required
•   Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product commercialization, as required
•   Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work as a part of a cross-functional team

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