R&D Chemist

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.

"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community”

Our benefits include:

• Offsite Free Clinic
• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
• Virtual Medical Services
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
• Paid parental leave
• Company paid life insurance
• Vacation time to enjoy getting away
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!
  
  

Growth opportunities available!

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

Summary of Position:

In the role of an R&D Chemist, you'll be at the forefront of chemical research and development, specializing in binder systems, adhesives, oils, and loosefill fluids. You'll spearhead plant chemical trials and offer essential chemical support to plants when necessary. Your expertise will be crucial in analyzing data, communicating results, and providing insightful conclusions and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Develops new and optimizes existing binder systems and additives according to performance requirements; conducts laboratory experiments including chemical synthesis, formulations, analyses, test specimen preparation and physical testing
• Conducts physical and chemical product testing for evaluating new binder formulations
• Leads and supports plant trials (some travel & off-hours required)
• Develops new and modifies existing test methods to measure required properties of binder systems and additives
• Analyzes data & prepares summaries, recommendations, and research reports
• Develops chemical solutions to problems faced by production processes and customer applications
• Develops new chemistries to satisfy market opportunities
• Maintains and improves lab equipment and infrastructure
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry Required
• Master’s or Doctorate Degree in Chemistry Preferred
  
  

Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year of laboratory experience
• Organic, Polymer, and/or Analytical lab experience preferred
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time as needed
  
  

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.