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The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company · 20 hours ago

Scientist Staff

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is one of the world's largest tire companies, focusing on developing innovative tire materials. As a Staff Scientist, you will develop new material technologies, collaborate with suppliers, and ensure successful technology integration to optimize performance and sustainability.

Automotive

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop new material technologies that optimize performance while balancing cost and environmental impact

Design and execute laboratory studies to evaluate material technologies, interpreting results based on the underlying chemistry and physics

Collaborate closely with suppliers, design teams, and applied development groups to ensure alignment and successful technology integration

Provide on-site support during plant trials to validate material performance and assist in troubleshooting

Communicate findings and recommendations effectively across technical and non-technical audiences to support decision-making and project advancement

Qualification

PhD in ChemistryMaterial developmentElastomeric composite designSynthetic ChemistryOrganic ChemistryOrganometallic ChemistryInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsTechnical documentationCollaboration

Required

PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or similar field with a preference for Synthetic, Organic, or Organometallic Chemistry degrees

Experience in new material and chemical development, ideally within the automotive, tire industry, and/or experience in a research and development organization

Preferred

Experience in elastomeric composite design and formulation

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams

Exceptional communication and technical documentation skills

Be open-minded, optimistic, and collaborative, with a strong sense of urgency and initiative

Benefits

Relocation Available: Yes

Company

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies. It employs about 62,000 people and manufactures its products

Founded in 1898

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees

https://jobs.goodyear.com/

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Leadership Team

Mark Stewart

CEO & President

Will Roland

Chief Marketing Officer

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