Advanced Scientist
Hollingsworth & Vose
79 reviews
Floyd, VA 24091
Hollingsworth & Vose
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Location Floyd, VA 24091
 
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SUMMARY:
Participates in research and development activities linked to product and material initiatives, using established scientific principles and techniques. Primary area of responsibility will be modeling of material performance and process technology in the areas of air filtration, adsorptive/molecular filtration media, composite technologies for particle and gaseous filtration, fiber spinning, and battery separators, including the documentation and assessment of the results. Analyzing and summarizing R&D metrics that reflect the organization’s effectiveness is the second major area of responsibility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Good verbal and written communications & presentation skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate with all functions H&V.
• Experience and knowledge of process modeling.
• Be self-motivated and updated in modeling along with H&V products and processes.
• Willing and able to conduct experimental work and analysis and have a ‘hands-on’ attitude.
• Determine project goals in consultation with the global Technology team.
• Good data management skills with the ability to summarize and present.
• Ensure all local laws and regulations regarding chemical consumption, production and transportation are met including compliance with safety guidelines and support of Environmental Health Safety initiatives.
• Understanding the requirements associated with maintaining a good laboratory environment. Ensure that laboratory procedures and documentation comply and comply with all safety regulations.
• Support the activities of fellow Scientists and Technicians, whilst developing their technical and personal skillset to the maximum.
• Drive and support potential prototype technology and product design.
• Technology transfer of promising concepts to the Technology Development team.
• Review patent landscape and be able to identify new patent opportunities.
• Active collaboration with Technology workforce.
• Presentation to various internal audiences.
• Write-up technical reports, and preparation of training materials, Standard Operating Procedures.
• 10% travel time (other HV sites, customers and vendors, conferences, committees, training etc.).
• Drive advanced materials development programs supported by cross-functional teams from conceptual ideas to full-scale production and commercialization.
• Competitive intelligence, market survey reviews & project management with frequent updates.
• Interaction with customers, including providing technical support and validation.
• Strive for continuous improvements in product, process and add value to customers.
• Conduct Safety, Quality audits and report NCs; provide solutions to prevent future occurrences.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science or related field
• B.S. or M.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer or Material Science, with equivalent years of relevant work experience.
Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.
 
SUMMARY:
Participates in research and development activities linked to product and material initiatives, using established scientific principles and techniques. Primary area of responsibility will be modeling of material performance and process technology in the areas of air filtration, adsorptive/molecular filtration media, composite technologies for particle and gaseous filtration, fiber spinning, and battery separators, including the documentation and assessment of the results. Analyzing and summarizing R&D metrics that reflect the organization’s effectiveness is the second major area of responsibility.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Good verbal and written communications & presentation skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate with all functions H&V.
• Experience and knowledge of process modeling.
• Be self-motivated and updated in modeling along with H&V products and processes.
• Willing and able to conduct experimental work and analysis and have a ‘hands-on’ attitude.
• Determine project goals in consultation with the global Technology team.
• Good data management skills with the ability to summarize and present.
• Ensure all local laws and regulations regarding chemical consumption, production and transportation are met including compliance with safety guidelines and support of Environmental Health Safety initiatives.
• Understanding the requirements associated with maintaining a good laboratory environment. Ensure that laboratory procedures and documentation comply and comply with all safety regulations.
• Support the activities of fellow Scientists and Technicians, whilst developing their technical and personal skillset to the maximum.
• Drive and support potential prototype technology and product design.
• Technology transfer of promising concepts to the Technology Development team.
• Review patent landscape and be able to identify new patent opportunities.
• Active collaboration with Technology workforce.
• Presentation to various internal audiences.
• Write-up technical reports, and preparation of training materials, Standard Operating Procedures.
• 10% travel time (other HV sites, customers and vendors, conferences, committees, training etc.).
• Drive advanced materials development programs supported by cross-functional teams from conceptual ideas to full-scale production and commercialization.
• Competitive intelligence, market survey reviews & project management with frequent updates.
• Interaction with customers, including providing technical support and validation.
• Strive for continuous improvements in product, process and add value to customers.
• Conduct Safety, Quality audits and report NCs; provide solutions to prevent future occurrences.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science or related field
• B.S. or M.S. degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer or Material Science, with equivalent years of relevant work experience.
Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.