Process & Formulation Scientist

We are looking for a
** Process & Formulation Scientist
** who will join our  team.

We are seeking a creative and motivated Process & Formulation Scientist or Engineer to join the Research & Development Innovation Team. This role will focus on the design, development and characterization of novel products and formulations for the consumer lawn and garden category for Scotts Miracle-Gro. Key responsibilities include identifying and evaluating new and emerging technologies to validate functionality, efficacy and commercialization viability to advance the key innovation focus areas for multiple business units.

The Scientist/Engineer will contribute to the development of our strategy by providing expertise as a project champion and thought leader. The Scientist/Engineer will align technologies with consumer and business needs, work cross functionally with the innovation team and business unit partners to advance the technologies to the next phase of development. We are highly focused on three major categories: stewardship, including novel biodegradable polymers and films, sustainable and renewable materials;

integrated technology such as smart devices and controllers; and novel chemistries including more effective, efficient and safe active ingredients and co formulants.  
** In this role you will:*
* • Identifying new technologies and opportunities that meet company objectives and strategies and support the development, refinement and scale up to commercial launch. This includes following and adhering to state and federal regulation requirements such as OMRI, OIM and FIFRA.
• Document, analyze and report data to cross-functional teams, peers, and leadership making recommendations on path forward to multiple business units.
• Collaborate closely with innovation team, subject matter experts and business unit partners to ensure alignment on project goals and maximize efficient use of resources versus milestones and commercialization schedules.
• Provide technical support and advice to cross functional partners for new and current products and technologies.
• Coaches and develops the technical skills of peer or junior associates. Assists with identifying career development opportunities and developing a succession plan.
** What you'll need to be successful:*
* • Master's Degree, Engineering (Electrical, Chemical), Chemistry, Other related scientific field considered
• 2 - 4 Years of experience prefered
• Years of experience required may vary based on the highest level of education completed. Example:  Bachelor's degree with 4-7 years of qualified experience, Master's Degree with 2-4 Year of qualified experience, and Ph.D with a 0-2 year of relevant experience
** Skills
* *** Scientific curiosity and rigor** | Motivated to identify opportunities and increase their overall contributions | Attention to detail | Accuracy | Laboratory skills | Strong math skills  
** Networking skills** | Excellent written and oral communication skills | Adaptability and flexibility to work independently as well as in a team environment
** Computer skills** - spreadsheets, presentations, documents, data analysis, etc | Relationship building  | Self
- Starter that's action oriented | Quality results oriented                                                                                                                                                                                                              
**** The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall between $77,200.00 - $90,800.00 per year. Scotts will consider various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills, qualifications, experience, and geographical  addition to the determined base salary, this role is also incentive eligible under our corporate bonus programs.

For remote roles where the final candidate resides in Alaska, California, Colorado, Illinois, New York, Oregon or Washington, state required pay thresholds will be factored into base salary.
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* program provides you with options to align to your
** personal needs**.  Selections range from
** medical, dental and vision
** coverage for you, your…