Campus Graduate - Research & Development, Manufacturing & Engineering​/Information Systems; PhD

Position: 2026-2027 Campus Graduate - Research & Development, Manufacturing & Engineering, and/or Information Systems (PhD)
Campus Graduate - Research & Development, Manufacturing & Engineering, and/or Information Systems (PhD)

** At a glance*
* ** Position:
** Campus Graduate - Research & Development, Manufacturing & Engineering, and/or Information Systems (PhD)

** Primary

Location:

** Midland (MI, USA), Michigan, United States of America

** Additional Locations:
** Carrollton (KY, USA)
Freeport (TX, USA)
Collegeville (PA, USA)+ More

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* Schedule:

** Full time

** Date Posted:
** 09/29/2026

** Job Number:
** R2068807

** Position Type:
** Regular

** Workplace Type:
** Onsite

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* At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we're passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We're a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration.

If you're looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you're in the right place.

** About you and this role - What you would do in this role*
* Dow has exciting opportunities for new graduate  
** PhD and post-doc scientists and Engineers
** interested in careers in Research and Development (R&D), as well as in other functions including Manufacturing & Engineering (M&E), Integrated Supply Chain (ISC), and Information Systems (IS) aligned with various business units in Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other locations in North America. As a PhD scientist or engineer, you will be responsible for solving diverse and open-ended problems, driving initiatives that provide business and customer value and contribute to intellectual capital, and incorporating innovative technologies into practice.

You will have the opportunity to develop broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher, collaborate across Dow teams and functions, and contribute to Dow's business and sustainability goals.

For more information about Science and Sustainability at Dow, visit  our website.  opens in a new tab

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* Required Qualifications:

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* + A PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Computer Science, Mathematics/Statistics, Data Science or other related discipline.

+ A graduation date of no later than November 2027.

** Preferred Qualifications*
* + A minimum GPA of 3.00 (on a scale of 4.000).

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* Skills:

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* The following skills are necessary:

+ Problem-Solving

Skills:

The role requires PhD scientists and engineers to solve diverse and open-ended problems, which necessitates strong adaptability, learning agility, and analytical and problem-solving abilities.

+ Technical

Skills:

Developing broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher is a key aspect of the role. This includes expertise in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or other related disciplines.

+ Innovation and Technology Integration:
Incorporating innovative technologies into practice is a significant part of the job, highlighting the need for skills in ideation, innovation, and technology integration.

+ Collaboration and Teamwork:
The role involves collaborating across Dow teams and functions, which requires excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.

+ Safety Mindset:
This role requires a strong safety mindset, which is a pillar of the culture at Dow.

+ Business and Customer Value Orientation:
Driving initiatives that provide business and customer value is crucial, indicating the importance of understanding business needs and customer focus.

** Additional notes*
* + Must be eligible to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws.

+ Possession of a TWIC card or eligibility to obtain a TWIC card may be required for this position based on final hiring location. For information on TWIC eligibility requirements, please see:  https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).  opens in a new tab   (If unable to access link, copy and paste in your browser.)

+ Candidates should have no more than three (3) years of relevant post doc or full-time work experience post-graduation. This role is part of our Early Career Program and is designed for individuals early in their professional journey.

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