Title: Sr. Research Scientist, Molded fiber

Your responsibilities will include:

Partner with multiple functions (Application, Sales, Product line, PSRA, Manufacturing, IP) to develop and commercialize new product in alignment with Kemira's growth strategy
Develop application screening techniques to deliver on more representative results applicable to customer specific needs.
Plan, coordinate, and conduct laboratory tests to assess physical/chemical properties and performance of products in Pulp and Paper applications
Assist in installation, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of specialized equipment designed for pulp and paper applications. Identify and develop testing methodology to support process and product development.
Design custom test procedures, and identify or build custom equipment to test material and product attributes to validate features and benefits of new technologies.
Prepare and present written reports, publications and presentations that are concise, clearly understood and contain appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
Contribute to the business and R&D strategy development in the research areas of focus, and proposes new R&D projects to R&D and business leadership teams.
Actively manage and execute assigned work and propose new work plans.
Support planning project work in a variety of areas.
Some travel (10-20%) to customer and/or manufacturing sites will be required.

Educational & experience requirements:

Ph.D. in Chemistry/Engineering with + 2 years industrial experiences or
M.S. in Chemistry/Engineering with + 5 years industrial experiences or
B.S. in Chemistry/Engineering with + 10 years industrial experiences

Desired skills and experience:

Broad knowledge of natural wood and non-wood fibrous materials, manufacturing process of Molded fiber product, polymer chemistry, and Pulp and Paper.
Strong background and hands-on experimental laboratory experiences in pulping/repulping, refining, stock preparation, application of chemical additives for molded fiber product, and evaluation of physical, mechanical, and barrier properties of molded fiber product.
Knowledge and understanding of process and functional chemicals for papermaking is a plus.
Proven success contributing to larger assignments for complex projects while working with more experienced personnel.
Ability to work in time driven fashion, often with minimal supervision.
Ability to take initiative to address issues and proactively find solutions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in technical communication.
Must have key focus on safety and the ability to work in a safe fashion unsupervised
Good interpersonal skills – able to work in a multifunctional team environment.
Possess good Customer interaction skills.

Please apply with CV, cover letter and salary expectation at kemira.com/careers.

Kemira is an equal opportunity employer. Kemira is a global chemicals company serving customers in water intensive industries. We provide expertise, application know-how and chemicals that improve our customers' product quality, process and resource efficiency. Our focus is on pulp & paper, oil & gas and water treatment. In 2016, Kemira had annual revenue of around EUR 2.4 billion and 4,800 employees. Kemira shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. WWW.KEMIRA.COM/CAREERS