Graduate Chemistry Professional Development Associate

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Graduate Chemistry Professional Development Program (approx. 18 months) for entry-level professionals or recent graduates.

POSITION SUMMARY:

DuBois Chemicals is seeking entry-level professionals or recent graduates who want to build a high-impact career in Research & Development and Operations organizations. The Graduate Chemistry Professional Development Associate Program is a structured, multi-disciplinary early-career position designed to develop the next generation of technical experts within the Research & Development and Operations organizations. Participants will complete multiple rotational assignments across key functional areas including Product Development, Analytical Laboratory Services, Raw Material Management, and Operations depending on business needs at the time of hire and the desired career path of the participant.

Rotations at an off-site location for laboratory or operational assignments may also be included.

DuBois brands have been recognized as the technical leader for over one hundred years with unparalleled technology and service. No other company offers the performance value of our product offerings. Our laboratories continue a tradition of developing innovative technologies that are on the cutting edge of continuous improvement for the manufacturing industry. DuBois scientists are globally located in Research & Development (R&D) Centers of Excellence to better serve our customers’ needs.

Their combined knowledge and application expertise contribute to the performance and value our customers have come to expect.

This is an on-site role, working at DuBois' Corporate headquarters located in Sharonville, OH.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Rotation:
Product Development / Research Assist with generating new product ideas, feasibility studies, and development of chemistries for assigned application areas

Support planning, execution, and documentation of laboratory research projects

Maintain accurate laboratory notebooks and ensure proper handling of confidential information

Participate in new product development processes, commercialization activities, and review of BOM and SDS documentation

Help identify and implement test procedures and methods for product performance monitoring

Contribute to competitive product evaluations and raw material qualification efforts

Participate in scale-up activities, production batching observations, and troubleshooting off-spec materials

Rotation:
Analytical Laboratory Perform analytical testing on internal and customer samples using established laboratory methods

Meet testing turnaround time expectations and departmental metrics

Maintain records related to equipment calibration, certification, and maintenance

Support chemical, elemental, microbiological, or molecular analysis as appropriate

Prepare samples for third-party laboratory testing and OEM submissions

Assist with analytical method development and data interpretation

Compile and summarize analytical data for internal stakeholders

Rotation:
Raw Material Management Assist with evaluation of alternate raw materials to improve cost, performance, or supply continuity

Support sourcing and qualification of new raw materials in collaboration with R&D and Supply Chain Maintain documentation and data tracking related to raw material changes

Rotation:
Operations / Manufacturing Observe and support manufacturing and blending operations to understand production processes

Assist with scale-up of new formulations and manufacturing troubleshooting

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to process optimization and operational efficiency

Derive actionable insights by partnering with associates in Buying, Scheduling, and Production areas

Optional Rotation:
Off-Site Laboratory Assignment Participate in a rotation at a partner or satellite location

Support local research, analytical, or application testing activities and/or production

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Demonstrated interest in laboratory work, applied science, or product development

Ability to work effectively both independently and in cross-functional teams

Willingness to travel for rotations, training, or customer support activities as needed

EDUCATION

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline

DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.
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