Research and Development Ink Chemist job at HP - Hewlett Packard in Corvallis, OR

Title: Research & Development Ink Chemist

Location: Corvallis United States

Job Description:

Research & Development Ink Chemist

Description -

The R&D chemist position is in HP's imaging and printing business. The work will be focused on development of new ink formulations through a combination of empirical design and modeling methods. Our group is responsible for the design and formulation of inkjet printing inks including the characterization of the print attributes and robustness. The project will focus on developing components that expand various ink attributes such as optical density and durability on different media. The project will also involve optimizing the new inks for drop formation and the printing process. Part of the role is to collaborate with the printer component designers to implement system level changes to balance tradeoffs in the various components.

Aspects of the role include:

Component development

Formulation design (includes design for performance, manufacturing and chemical regulatory guidelines)

Print system characterization

Cross-functional/pan global team participation and leadership

External supplier material co-development and manufacturing

Our group is part of a chemistry center of excellence that develops inks for the different print businesses works across several sites, this project will partner primarily with colleagues in our Corvallis, Oregon location.

Qualifications

Ph. D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field

Understanding of fundamental chemical mechanisms.

Key areas include:

Pigment and dye chemistry

Polymers in solution

Organic and inorganic nanoparticle suspensions

Interfacial and surface chemistry

Proficiency in appropriate analytical instruments and the data interpretation

Wet chemistry or ink formulation experience

Strong written and spoken communication skills

Ability to creatively solve problems in a fast-paced product development environment

Ability to work and effectively interact (remotely, as needed) with team members from other disciplines, projects, organizations, cultures, and companies

Demonstrated leadership, teamwork/interpersonal, communication and technical skills

Resourceful, creative, and flexible

Fluency in English

Desired qualifications

Programming skills

Familiarity with printing technology and color science

Formulation experience is a plus

The pay range for this role is $93,400 to $143,800 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including;
4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
11 paid holidays
Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Job -

Engineering

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (United States of America)

Travel -

Not Specified

Relocation -

Not Specified

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).

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