Description:

Thursday, July 10

Dow Information Session for PhD and PostDocs

6:00pm – 7:30pm

Ford Design Center, ITW Classroom, First Flr, 1.350

Prior to the interviews, I will be visiting campus on Thursday, July 10 to provide an Information Session for Dow (following the conclusion of the C3S Symposium).  There I’d be happy to meet with interested candidates and answer questions.  To attend the information session, please sign up in advance using this link by July 7, 2025
 

Majors of Interest: ChE - Chemical Engineering, CHEM - Chemistry (WCAS), MatSE - Materials Science and Engineering, ME - Mechanical Engineering for Full-time

This information session is for PhD candidates and post-doctoral scholars interested in interviewing for full time R&D career positions at Dow.  At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re 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. We’re 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 you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role and meet the following qualifications, you are urged to join our information session to learn more.

Dow has exciting opportunities for new graduate PhD scientists and Engineers interested in careers in Research and Development (R&D)as well as in other functions including Manufacturing & Engineering (M&E), Integrated Supply Chain (ISC), and Information Systems (IS) aligned with various business units in Texas, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other locations in North America. As a PhD scientist or engineer, you will be responsible for solving diverse and open-ended problems, driving initiatives that provide business and customer value and contribute to intellectual capital, and incorporating innovative technologies into practice. You will have the opportunity to develop broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher, collaborate across Dow teams and functions, and contribute to Dow’s business and sustainability goals.

Qualifications – Required education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are needed for this role (must haves).

A PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Data Science, Statistics or other engineering or science-related discipline is required.
New graduates, those that expect to graduate by December 2026, and post-doctoral candidates should apply.
Skills:

The following skills are necessary:

Problem-Solving Skills: The role requires PhD scientists and engineers to solve diverse and open-ended problems, which necessitates strong adaptability, learning agility, and analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Technical Skills: Developing broad and deep technical skills as an industrial researcher is a key aspect of the role. This includes expertise in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Data Science, Statistics, or other related disciplines.
Innovation and Technology Integration: Incorporating innovative technologies into practice is a significant part of the job, highlighting the need for skills in ideation, innovation, and technology integration.
Collaboration and Teamwork: The role involves collaborating across Dow teams and functions, which requires excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
Safety Mindset: This role requires a strong safety mindset, which is a pillar of the culture at Dow.
Business and Customer Value Orientation: Driving initiatives that provide business and customer value is crucial, indicating the importance of understanding business needs and customer focus.