Research Analyst
Koppers
- Griffin, GA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct bench-top formulation work and small cylinder treatments
- Assist research scientist in the development of novel wood protecting formulations, such as wood preservative systems, pigment systems, fire retardant formulations and water repellent formulations
- Assist research scientist in evaluating the properties of treated wood
- Assist research scientist in sample preparation including wood-cutting, small wooden structure construction
- Assist research scientist in the development of application process for protecting wood
- Conduct bench scale formulation studies and perform property testing.
- Evaluate the properties of experiment products using established procedures.
- Must be able to operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
- Maintain neat, orderly and clear records of work completed
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree OR Associate’s science degree in chemistry/chemical engineering/process/technology related area + 3 years’ experience
- 2 years of general industrial experience preferred.
- Familiarity and confidence in preparing bench top formulations and operating the lab/pilot equipment.
- Flexibility to adapt to varying situations to attain goals and meet deadlines
- Computer literate (spreadsheets, word processing) – ability to use spreadsheets to evaluate, represent and communicate technical data.
- Must maintain a good attendance record.
- Must be willing to work as a team player.
- Ability to work on their own routine projects and assignments