Research Scientist Job

Position Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Research Scientist to lead the development of water-based and solvent based coatings, specifically for Bostik's Adcote product line. This role supports innovation and product maintenance in food and medical flexible packaging applications, with a strong focus on customer engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

Job Dimensions

Drive new product development and product line maintenance for Adcote coatings. Applications cover food and medical markets using this technology.
Material science and application expertise in the flexible packaging market is necessary.
Collaborate with regulatory, analytical, supply chain, tech service, sales, and manufacturing teams to support product development and troubleshooting.
Work productively in the lab to support all R&D projects for the assigned market/technology with accuracy, precision, and responsiveness.
Prepare detailed technical documentation and present findings to internal teams. Utilize electronic lab note book.
Ensure adherence to safety policies, 5S lab practices, and quality protocols.

Activities

Execute bench-scale formulation of EVA, EAA, EMA, modified acrylic water based and solvent based technologies.
Design, plan and conduct experiments using design of experiments (DoE) methodology; analyze data and draw actionable conclusions. Work with legal team to review freedom to operate.
Translate lab results into scalable, commercialized products; support plant-scale production.
Support internal and external customers with technical guidance, including issue resolution and continuous improvement.
Complete necessary testing of new ideas and products, leading to the submission of invention disclosures or patents.
Operate in compliance with site safety EHS policies and quality management systems.
Follow applicable work instructions or standard operating procedures. Recognize deviations from routines.
Identify improvements in test methods, validate them, and update work instructions/ standard operating procedures as applicable.

Accountabilities

Product line ownership from R&D perspective and maintenance as well as new product development of several Adcote grades and technologies.
Manage technical projects by completion of lab analyses and pilot trials leading to commercialization of new products. Be a strong team player. Follow stage gate process and manage projects to completion with timeliness.
Lead problem resolution through a thorough understanding of the issue.
Effective and efficient use of Bostik resources and coordination of support from other Bostik functions with responsiveness and a commitment to timelines.

What you'll Bring

Basic Qualifications

PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Material Science, or related field.
2+ years of industry experience in adhesives or coatings development.

Preferred Skills

Ability to work with water and solvent based systems.
Expertise in high pressure reverse dispersion for water based systems.
Knowledge of polymer chemistry and structure-property relationships that supports critical formulation strategies and raw material supplementations.
A good knowledge of regulatory requirements for food and medical packaging will be a plus.
Strong communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Experience with statistical analysis, DoE, and stage gate processes.

Additional Details

~10-20% domestic travel.
Requires independent lab work, problem-solving, and close coordination with global R&D.
Strong emphasis on ethical, safe, and sustainable lab practices.

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