Research Chemist – ICL

Job Description

Research Chemist

Date: 10 Sep 2023

Posting End Date:

Location:

Tarrytown, NY, US, 10591

Company: ICL-IP America Inc.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the participation and completion of individual R&D project goals and technical input into the design and implementation of those projects for ICL-IP North America R&D

I’m interested! What will I get to do in this position?

• Conduct laboratory experiments in line with the needs of Market Support and New Product Development groups

• Establish a good line of communication with sales, marketing and customers

• Application tests primarily focusing on the evaluation of new and/or commercial flame retardant products in their target application, with a particular focus on plastic compounding, extrusion and injection molding technics

• Perform standardized flammability and physical property tests to determine the relative performance of new and commercial flame retardant products

• Organize and report performance data to Managers, Sales & Marketing and/or Manufacturing personnel

• Develop laboratory test methods that correlate to standardized tests independently or in consultation with Managers

• Write technical reports to summarize experimental work (customer reports, monthly reports)

• Contribute to the development of technical articles, presentations, technical data sheets and other literature related to flame retardant products

• Prepare technical information and work with the Intellectual Property firm on filing patents and preparing responses to the Patent Office actions

• Need to be self-motivated and able to work in cross-functional teams

• Maintain all lab equipment in good working order

• Maintain lab chemical inventory

• Maintain all safety procedures for the Application Lab and participate in Tarrytown site safety and responsible care programs

What skills and experience do I need to be successful in this role?

• BS/MS Degree in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering. Related scientific discipline and relevant job experience also considered.

• 3+ years hands on lab experience in a product development/application chemistry laboratory setting

• Self-motivated and able to work in cross functional teams

• Experience in performing standardized tests to meet specific requirements

• Experience performing patent and technical literature searches required

• Experience writing technical reports to summarize experimental work (project reports, monthly reports) required

ICL Job Level: 13

Salary Range: $56,000 – $84,000

Annual Bonus Target: 5%, subject to plan provisions.

We’ve Got You Covered

ICL is committed to offering you a comprehensive set of benefits to empower you and your family physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. The benefits we offer to our diverse and inclusive workforce include:

• Competitive base pay and performance bonus

• Medical, dental, vision, and life benefits that start quickly – the first of the month after hire

• Tax-advantaged health savings and spending accounts (when applicable)

• Wellness Incentive Program to lower your health insurance cost

• Generous Leave and FMLA policies

• Prescription program that provides most generic maintenance medications at no cost (including Insulin products & EpiPens)

• 401k eligibility from day one of employment with a generous company matching contribution. 100% vested after one year of service

• Employee Assistance Program

• Free membership to a program that offers various discounts for travel, entertainment, groceries, and much more

About ICL:

ICL is a leading global specialty minerals and chemicals company that creates impactful solutions for humanity’s sustainability challenges in global food, agriculture, and industrial markets. ICL leverages its unique bromine, potash and phosphate resources, its passionate team of talented employees and its strong focus on R&D and technological innovation to drive growth across its end markets. Our agricultural products feed the world’s growing population, our food additives enable greater access to higher quality food, our potash and phosphate products are essential components for the pharma industry and our bromine-based materials and phosphates contribute to a more energy efficient and environmentally friendly planet.

ICL’s operations are organized under four segments: Industrial Products (Bromine), Potash, Phosphate Solutions and Growing Solutions. With approximately 12,000 employees worldwide, ICL operates mining and production sites located in Israel, Europe, North and South America and China which are supported by worldwide distribution and supply chains. Due to strong synergies between its business units and their mutual support, ICL benefits from its advantageous size, geographical spread, and operational flexibility. With a culture based upon leadership, innovation, and sustainability, ICL is well positioned to be an Employer of Choice within the communities in which we operate. To learn more about ICL, clickhere (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nF9-T9S-uiU) .