Research & Development Scientist
Company: World Centric
Location: Stone Mountain
Posted on: September 19, 2023
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Job Description:
DescriptionWorld Centric is a highly mission driven company that
seeks to have a meaningful impact on people and planet through our
compostable products and the donation of 25% of profits to the most
vulnerable in the world. If you decide that the role below could be
a great fit for you, please be sure to include a cover letter
detailing your interest in working for World Centric. For more
information on working and life at World Centric, please visit our
website .World Centric is a leading manufacturer of compostable
food service packaging, based in our new lab in Atlanta, GA. We are
looking for an R&D Scientist to head efforts into the area of
fiber, starch, biopolymer compostable materials & processes for
packaging, films and coatings. This is a new role and will require
someone who has a background in research science but also building
and scaling operations.ResponsibilitiesFormulation and prototyping
of material substrates, coatings, films derived from starches,
agriculture waste, food waste or plant based resources (e.g. waste
protein, lignin, vegetable oils, waste fiber/residues
etc.)Formulation, prototyping and testing of natural fiber
reinforced bio-composites for packaging
Requirements
Experience RequirementsExperience in surface analysis/modification,
fiber-polymer adhesion for high loading fiber
composites/substratesExperience with processing techniques and
equipment - extrusion, compression, injection, thermoforming,
etc.Experience working with a range of plant fibers, starches,
natural additives, binders and biopolymers (PLA, PHA, PBSA, PBAT
etc.)Experience in additives that improve the mechanical properties
of films including gelling agents, plasticizers, colorants and/or
nanoparticles that could be used in sustainable materials;Strong
polymer chemistry analysis, synthesis and polymerization
experience.Strong focus on applied research vs basic research to
produce products and materials for market sales. Ability to work
with process engineers and manufacturing engineers on how to scale
lab processes for pilot and full scale production.QualificationsPhD
in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or Material
Science with 2+ years of relevant experience is
preferred.Experience creating novel starch/fiber/biopolymer based
materialsPreparation of reports, patents and papersStrong verbal
and written communication skillsHands on and resourceful in
accessing information, materials, chemicals, equipment needed for
research.Other Requirements: Must be able to legally work in US and
relocate to Rohnert Park, CA
Keywords: World Centric, Atlanta , Research & Development Scientist, Other , Stone Mountain, Georgia
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