What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Researcher position at USG?
Position : Senior Researcher I (Grade E.0.8)
Company Description
USG is North America's leading producer of building materials, which include gypsum wallboard, cement boards, joint compound, and a vast array of related products. Our family of products provides creative building solutions that set new standards for productivity and efficiency, helping contractors and architects deliver high quality and innovative designs.
USG offers a comprehensive benefits package for its employees. USG employees enjoy numerous benefits packages, including medical service, dental plan, vision plan, retirement packages, education assistance programs, and incentive programs.
Position Description
A Researcher within R&D is tasked with developing new chemistries and technologies for building materials, as well as providing technical support, guidance, and solutions to manufacturing facilities. This role reports directly to the Laboratory Director and collaborates with other scientists skilled in construction-related formulated products. These products encompass, but are not limited to, cement plasters, mortars, joint treatments, coatings, adhesives and sealants, textures, and reinforcing tapes and beads. The successful candidate will work closely with product management, technical services, manufacturing, safety, and quality teams to meet strategic technical objectives.
Job Functions
- Design experiments, prepare samples for testing, develop products, qualify raw materials, scale up manufacturing, and optimize production processes.
- Conduct independent experimental research within a multidisciplinary team.
- Leverage technical expertise, data analysis, and statistical tools to address technical challenges.
- Document experimental findings and produce technical reports.
- Explain complex concepts clearly to stakeholders, including plants, research technicians, quality control teams, customers, and other internal and external parties regarding development, applications, quality assurance, and related services.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain good housekeeping practices.
- Stay updated with industry and professional field advancements by networking with peers, reading relevant literature, and attending professional meetings.
- Serve as a technical expert in their field, representing the company.
- Occasionally, perform tasks beyond those outlined in this description.
Education and Qualifications
Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.
Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.
EOE including disability / veteran
