improving billions of lives around the world. We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best.
We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is committed to enabling a sustainable future. Our unmatched science unlocks immense possibilities at the molecular level, driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner, Create
Smarter and Live Better. Our solutions are used by people every day, improving billions of lives around the world The Lubrizol Corporation currently has an opening for a safety-minded and results-oriented Research Chemist at our facility in Brecksville, Ohio.
This role will support the Temp Rite business in the following key areas: Ensure excellent personal and process safety, regulatory, and housekeeping performance in laboratory operations. Perform independent research in CPVC chemistry, processing, and characterization of CPVC resin to improve processing and product performance. Identify and utilize new analytical techniques to advance understanding of CPVC resin structure and physical
properties. Lead cross-functional project teams to achieve business goals.
Become a recognized subject matter expert in Temp Rite CPVC resin technology. Maintain accurate and clear records and written reports on experimental data and interpretation of results. Evaluate experimental and production data and identify trends. Oversee resin characterization and chlorination lab operations including operation and troubleshooting of instruments. Develop a good understanding of the intellectual property landscape and track pertinent literature. Support plant resin evaluations to ensure new material implementations meet necessary quality, processing, material handling and approval body certification requirements.
Design and review outcomes of plant trials for quality and process improvements. Communicate effectively to a global audience between key stakeholders across all levels of the organization. Provide technical support and training to internal and external customers. Experience and Qualifications Ph. D. in chemistry from an accredited college/university 5+ years of experience in a research & development or plant production role Required Competencies: Ability to take initiative, lead decisively, and work independently with minimal supervision. Excellent organizational and written and verbal communications skills.
Demonstrated ability to utilize chemistry expertise to solve problems and develop product technology. Experience in writing technical reports to communicate information to internal and external stakeholders. Willingness to adhere to all lab safety and personal protective equipment requirements, including use of a respirator as needed. Strong PC skills including MS Office Suite Ability to travel as required (less than 10%) Preferred Skills and Qualifications: Knowledge of polymer processing and associated testing and analysis techniques Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical analysis principles Experience in chlorination chemistry, reactions and associated processes Industrial/manufacturing experience What Lubrizol offers: Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans 401K Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Competitive medical, dental & vision offerings Health Savings Account Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave Flexible work environment Learn more at benefits.
If you’re interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do.
If you’re All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you.
of lives around the world. We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best.
We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. Lubrizol has an immediate need for a Sr. Scientist in our global Beauty Applications Team. This person will work collaboratively as a member of cross-functional project teams to evaluate, identify and deliver new ingredients and concepts for the skin cleansing and hair care markets.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively as a member of cross-functional project teams to introduce new value-added solutions to the skin cleansing and hair care markets.
Lead, plan, organize and develop new formulations, concepts, and testing methodologies to support global product launches. Explore new applications and enhanced formulation benefits with leveraged ingredients for the skin cleansing and hair care markets. Ensure experimental products and new formulation concepts are evaluated against appropriate benchmarks using accepted protocols clearly demonstrating value proposition. Identify new opportunities and conduct appropriate feasibility studies. Conduct and manage scientific
experiments: Accurately record, interpret, analyze, and draw conclusions from data.
Use focused development tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE) as needed. Develop structure-performance relationships as necessary. Follow safe laboratory practices. Regularly communicate results and recommendations to project and leadership teams. Support marketing to develop technical literature for new products and applications concepts. Support Lubrizol’s IP strategy. Publish articles in trade journals, present in trade shows as needed. Maintain detailed records of experiments, results, and conclusions. Train internal colleagues, distributors, and customers on new concepts and product launches Up to 10% travel SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor/Master's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or related field from an accredited college/university.
Minimum 10 years’ experience formulating and testing hair care and skin cleansing ingredients/products. Ability to plan and lead multiple projects with minimal supervision, work well individually and in team settings. Excellent decision-making, problem-solving skills, and ability to interpret and translate experimental results into customer needs.
Must have strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Must be able to develop and deliver effective technical presentations internally and at customer locations and conferences. Knowledge of global hair care and skin cleansing trends, product formats, and customer base. Self-starter, highly motivated toward achievements, results-oriented Solid record keeping skills. Proficient computer skills including MS Office. Ability to travel up to 10% as needed to support commercialization of new products. Ability to work safely within Lubrizol laboratories.
What Lubrizol offers: Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans 401k Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Competitive medical, dental and vision offerings Health Savings Account Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave If you’re interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do. If you’re All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you. #LI-JM1
of lives around the world. We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best.
We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. Lubrizol has an immediate need for a Jr. Scientist in our global Beauty Applications Team. This person will work collaboratively as a member of cross-functional project teams to evaluate, identify and deliver new ingredients and concepts for the skin cleansing and hair care markets.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively as a member of cross-functional project teams to introduce new value-added solutions to the skin cleansing and hair care markets.
Plan, organize and conduct experiments to develop new formulations, concepts, and testing methodologies to support global product launches. Explore new applications and enhanced formulation benefits with leveraged ingredients for the skin cleansing and hair care markets. Ensure experimental products and new formulation concepts are evaluated against appropriate benchmarks using accepted protocols clearly demonstrating value proposition. Conduct and manage scientific experiments: Accurately record, interpret, analyze,
and draw conclusions from data. Use focused development tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE) as needed.
Follow safe laboratory practices. Communicate results and recommendations to project and leadership teams as needed. Support marketing to develop technical literature for new products and applications concepts. Maintain detailed records of experiments, results, and conclusions. Train internal colleagues, distributors, and customers on new concepts and product launches Up to 10% travel SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field from an accredited college/university.
3-5 years’ experience formulating and testing hair care and skin cleansing ingredients/products. Knowledge of global hair care and skin cleansing trends, product formats, and customer base. Ability to work well individually and in team settings. Ability to plan and organize multiple assignments with minimal supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Self-starter, highly motivated toward achievements, results oriented. Solid record keeping skills. Proficient computer skills including MS Office. Ability to travel up to 10% as needed to support commercialization of new products.
Ability to work safely within Lubrizol laboratories. What Lubrizol offers: Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans 401k Match plus Age Weighted Defined Contribution Competitive medical, dental and vision offerings Health Savings Account Paid Holidays, Vacation, Parental Leave If you’re interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do. If you’re All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you. #LI-JM1
