Product Development Research Investigator

** Kelly
* * is hiring for a  
** Product Development Research Investigator
** for a 12-month contract role at  
** Midland, MI 48640
** with our prestigious client.

*
* Job Title:

Product Development Research Investigator*
* ** Primary

Location:

Midland, MI 48640*
* ** 12-month contract - Onsite role*
* ** Monday-Thursday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM*
* ** Pay range: $40-60/hr Depending on Experience.*
* ** JOB DESCRIPTION*
* ** Research & Development Group*
* + Provides research into specific applications such as improved quality of existing products, more cost-effective manufacturing processes, a new product line or new area of business.

+ Delivers the technology and process capability needed to operate, maintain and improve manufacturing operations.

+ Collaborate with the business and manufacturing teams to define process technology direction and programs to the business.

+ Performs theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge.

+ May conduct analytical, experimental, investigative and other fact-finding work to support principal scientific research. Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses.

+ Identifies, assesses and develops new scientific concepts/technologies in basic or applied research with significant business impact.

+ Documents research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement.

** Experienced technical professional with in-depth knowledge of both formulation and processing, responsible for completing complex experiments requiring interpretation and analysis.*
* - Hands-on experience with formulation, filled polymer systems, and processing equipment

- Understands the products and competencies across a business segment

- Leads and/or contributes to multiple projects to develop solutions, drive business adoption of technology and meet customer needs

- May lead specific technical segments in larger R&D programs

- Suggests/creates innovations, applying tested ideas or methods from other areas

- Solves complex problems independently; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

- Ability to work well in a team environment

** If you feel this role interests you, feel free to apply or refer someone who would be a good fit.*
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