Senior R&D Technician

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and were 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. Were 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 youre looking for a challenge and meaningful role, youre in the right place.

Dow has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. R&D Technician located in Freeport, TX.

This role:

• Provides technical support to Lead Scientists and Technologist Leaders in the preparation and execution of experimental activities and studies.
• Acts as primary focal point for technical support of a process, program, product within the work group and occasionally for internal/external clients and customers.
• Provides technical support for process or product development, and/or product or process research.

This role requires that you gain proficiency through on-the-job training and experience. You need either deep skills in this discipline or knowledge of a range of processes, procedures, and systems. You also need a broad understanding of the job and know how to apply knowledge and skills to complete assigned tasks. You should understand how your team works with others to accomplish objectives and be able to exchange detailed, complicated information with other team members.

It is your responsibility to evaluate analytical or scientific problems in unusual situations and select solutions based on established procedures. You will serve as an informal resource on operational, administrative, data organization, or coordination tasks for less experienced team members with no direct supervisory responsibilities. Your performance will impact the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of your own work and your teams work.

You should be able to modify work practices and processes to achieve results and/or improve efficiency.

• Works as part of a team in a laboratory supporting chemists and engineers in developing, screening and commercializing new products and process.
• Manages and then safely executes laboratory work requests, maintaining and running relevant laboratory apparatus and testing equipment and documenting data.
• Develops experimental plans for review/approval by Lead Scientist or Technology Leader, and executes approved plans by performing routine and non-standard tasks or procedures of higher complexity.
• Achieves project goals using technical, role-specific skills and experience, and introduces new procedures for new instrument methods, equipment changes, or new equipment.
• Develops a specific expertise within the department and laboratory work group in specific procedures, equipment, or instruments.
• Acts responsible for calibration, safe operation and routine maintenance of simple and complex instruments, machinery, and system components, including production equipment.
• Updates personal knowledge for proper use of equipment via manuals and job aids, logs maintenance activities and calibration results as required.
• Communicates scientific observations to project team or principle investigator, and organizes and prepares data tables and charts for inclusion in supported studies.

• Wear personal protective equipment, including and not limited to lab coat, goggles, gloves, and occasionally a full-faced respirator which requires a clean shaven face
• Able to work for extended periods of time in a laboratory including standing, bending, reaching, and lifting activities
• Able to confidently and safely move about 50 pounds. Examples include positioning and configuring laboratory equipment, such as pumps, vessels, and instruments.

• Laboratory Instrumentation
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  Ability to operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment, ensuring accurate measurements and reliable performance.
• Laboratory Safety
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  Knowledge and application of safety protocols, hazard identification, and compliance with regulatory standards to maintain a safe working environment.
• Analytical Thinking
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  Capacity to evaluate complex problems, interpret data, and select solutions based on established procedures and scientific reasoning.
• Technical Communication
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  Ability to clearly convey technical information, observations, and data through reports, charts, and verbal updates to scientists and team members.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
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  Skill in structuring tasks, managing time, and prioritizing activities to meet project goals efficiently.

• A minimum of an Associates degree in a science related discipline/Military Degree Equivalency (MDE) and 3 years of relevant work…