SENIOR APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT SCIENTIST

Founded in , Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day.
With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability.
The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables.
As a globally inclusive and diverse company, Eastman employs approximately people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries.
The company had revenue of approximately $9.
billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA.
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Description This exciting job opportunity is for a Textile Application Development Scientist in the Fibers Technology Division of the Eastman Chemical Company located in Kingsport, TN.
This position is specifically focused on developing new applications and relevant value propositions for Eastman Naia™ cellulosic fiber and the sustainability of Eastman’s fibers portfolio.
The successful applicant will work closely with Marketing to identify applications which are suitable for Naia™ yarns and staple fibers, based on known value propositions, as well as uncovering new value propositions in new and existing applications.
Candidates should have a strong working knowledge of textile production processes, textile dyeing and finishing, fabric constructions, textile testing, sustainability certifications for textiles, and sustainable trends in textile production.
Candidates should also be able to communicate effectively and function in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment.
Responsibilities   Develop a deep understanding of the functional attributes of Eastman Naia™ yarns and fibers.
Apply chemistry and polymer knowledge to measured properties or observed processing of yarns and fibers.
Identify needs and opportunities through discussion with customers, sales and marketing personnel with the ability to translate those needs into innovative product solutions.
Propose a course of action based on data analysis.
Lead multidisciplinary application development project teams.
Leverage understanding of textile technology to drive mills to new fabric developments with Naia™.
Support sustainability through knowledge of certifications and insights into and application of sustainable textile production techniques to Naia™.
Qualifications B.
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in textile discipline, materials science or related field required; other B.
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disciplines considered with 10+ years of experience in the textiles or materials science industries M.
.
or Ph.
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in textile discipline, materials science or related field preferred Minimum 5 years of experience in textile industry preferred Passion for sustainable textile materials and processes Ability to lead projects involving external parties and internal stakeholders Preferred general understanding of fashion/textile industry and the state of textile technology.
Key players in value chain Fiber, yarn and fabric properties Fabric constructions Common fabric testing methods and equipment Commercial scale knitting and weaving Commercial scale wet processing - dyeing and finishing Strong interpersonal and communication skills Strong bias for action and willingness to take on relatively undefined challenges Solid working knowledge of MS office for data analysis, presentation and report writing Eastman Chemical Company is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected classes as designated by law.
Eastman is committed to creating a powerfully diverse workforce and a broadly inclusive workplace, where everyone can contribute to their fullest potential each day.
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