Top 83 Natural sciences Jobs in Akron, Oh

Research Chemist
SOPREMA —Wadsworth, OH
- Full-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Product management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Product Development Manager
Yost Foods —Brunswick, OH
- $140,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Cooking
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Environmental Scientist 2 - Natural Sciences
RETTEW —Uniontown, OH
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
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- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
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Natural Resources Field Technician
EnviroScience, Inc. —Stow, OH
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
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Analytical Chemist Technician
Akron Children's Hospital —Akron, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor of Science
Temporary Animal Keeper - Ectotherm Unit
Akron Zoo —Akron, OH
- $13 an hour
- Temporary
- Current TB test
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Lead Avian Animal Keeper
Akron Zoo —Akron, OH
- $27.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Inventory management
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Temporary Animal Keeper - Hoofstock/Primate, Avian, CSM, and/or Ectotherm Unit
Akron Zoo —Akron, OH
- $13 an hour
- Temporary
- Current TB test
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
Clinical Research Scientist
Summa Health —Akron, OH
- $45.26 - $67.89 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Acute care
- Hospital
- Customer service
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
Computational Biologist - AI Trainer
DataAnnotation —Canton, OH
- $40 - $60 an hour
- Part-time
- Remote
- Computer Science
- English
- Mid-level
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Supervisor, Chemistry
Hikma Pharmaceuticals —Bedford, OH
- $66,600 - $133,750 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Designer I
Americhem —Cuyahoga Falls, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED
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Environmental Specialist
Huntsman —Akron, OH
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
- Mid-level
Production Microbiologist
Locus Fermentation Solutions —Solon, OH
- Bachelor's degree
- Warehouse
- Warehouse experience
- Continuing education credits
- Paid holidays
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Field Biologist
Jones Lake Management —Medina, OH
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Biology Teacher
Walsh Jesuit High School —Cuyahoga Falls, OH
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Anatomy knowledge
- High school
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Junior Product Developer Research and Development Technician
Peterson Farms Inc —Akron, OH
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Basic math
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Environmental Scientist/Specialist | Kent, OH
The Davey Tree Expert Company —Kent, OH
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Federally Permitted Bat Biologist
EnviroScience, Inc. —Stow, OH
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Up to 50% travel
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Rubber Compounding Chemist –Technical Advisor
Akron Rubber Development Laboratory —Barberton, OH
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Research Chemist

SOPREMA -
Wadsworth, OH

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Polymers experience in materials engineering
Teamwork
Process improvement
Manufacturing facility experience
Schedule management
Bachelor's degree
Computer skills
Managing projects
Chemical new product development projects
Research & development

Full Job Description

Research Chemist

The Research & Development Research Chemist leads projects including development of new products, improvements of existing products, and scientific support through laboratory studies and analyses of results.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Plan project-related activities by taking into account requested tasks and deadlines.

2. Work independently to manage projects and product testing.

3. Accomplish assigned tasks, analyze results and communicate findings in written progress reports.

4. Plan appropriate next steps on projects with little guidance. Seek guidance from Manager as needed.

5. Signify requirements in material resources (addition, replacement) to Manager.

6. Support Quality and Production teams with challenges and product scale ups, as needed.

7. Plan and prioritize assigned laboratory activities and tasks according to team objectives.

8. Design and carry out required lab experiments to study initial feasibility through final process optimization, application testing and shelf life studies.

9. Maintain a neat and accurate notebook of all experimental data.

10. Review and analyze results, perform tasks and make decisions independently, or with team members as needed.

11. Write thorough reports on progress of projects.Provide peer review support to colleauges for project reports.

12. Propose solutions to problems encountered during project evolution.

13. Calibrate laboratory equipment as scheduled.

14. Maintain desk and work environment in a neat condition.

15. Conduct all work in full compliance with company HS&E regulations.

16. Assist in preparation of technical literature.

17. Conduct literature searches as required to review technical and patent issues.

18. Work independently, as well as in team settings, with Product Management, Sales, Technical, Marketing and Production to identify, justify and commercialize R&D projects for new products, cost reductions, improving product quality, and ensuring HS&E compliance.

19. Work with Product Management, Sales and Technical to help resolve customer application issues using our products.

20. Prepare process or laboratory operating procedures.

21. Establish and maintain relationships with other SOPREMA manufacturing sites worldwide to provide and receive technical support as needed.

22. Contribute to the raw material qualification approval process.

23. Determine tasks sequencing with respect to time and equipment constraints.

24. Use a creative approach in problem solving; favor solutions that have a long-lasting impact.

25. Meet with current and potentially new raw material suppliers to continue projects’ forward progression through investigation of alternate products.

26. Potential to provide daily supervision and task management for R&D Technician.

27. Special projects as outlined by Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, plastics, rubber, textile or related field, preferably chemistry.

2. Experience in formulating in a chemical Research & Development laboratory or related product development, with preferred emphasis in asphalt modification, acrylics, PMMA, polyurethanes, polyethers, silicones or other liquid resins/coatings.

3. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required.

4. Excellent spoken and written communication abilities.

5. Must be able to plan, manage and prioritize multiple work assignments while achieving high throughput and meeting communicated deadlines.

6. Desire for continuing education (e.g., Master’s Degree, Stage Gate process, Design of Experiments, Project Management, Time Management, etc.)

7. Good computer skills, be action/results oriented, pay close attention to detail and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills

8. Must have the ability to work effectively with all other levels of the organization and have a demonstrated orientation to teamwork principles.

9. Willlingness to travel up to 7 days per year.

10. Willingness to accept limited evening and weekend work to accomplish project tasks.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Demands:

1. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

2. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

3. Ability to work in laboratory environment, including related chemicals and equipment.

4. Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

5. Ability to handle and lift heavy construction materials.

6. Must be able to visit job sites that include the need to climb a ladder to access a roof, trench, or other locations with restricted physical access, as needed.

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience working with polymer modified asphalt?
Do you have experience in Product Development?
Do you have experience with data analysis and report writing to accurately communicate findings?
What is your desired salary for this role?

Work Location: In person

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