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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, you’re in the right place.
Dow has an exciting and rewarding opportunity for an Environmental Scientist in Midland, MI!
We are looking for a Ph.D. level environmental scientist who is excited about working in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team as a member of a world-class chemical industry product safety assessment expertise unit with long-standing history and scientific reputation.
Responsibilities
- Adress product regulatory/compliance and sustainability needs of Dow business units
- Provide technical knowledge to define and assess potential environmental hazards, environmental exposures and risks associated with Dow products, product markets, innovations, processes, and wastes
- Provide expert scientific review and interpretation of environmental data, research reports and publications, and assist Dow businesses with regulatory compliance and the safe use of Dow’s products
- Organize/monitor and conduct environmental fate and toxicology research projects while interfacing with internal and external stakeholders.
- Presentation of scientific research at technical symposia and in peer-reviewed publications is expected in this position
- The person can work autonomously but may consult more experienced scientists for new project areas.
Required Qualifications
- A Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Chemistry, Environmental Toxicology or related scientific discipline (Microbiology, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, etc.)
- Fluency in English, written and spoken
- Prior experience and knowledgeable of environmental fate parameters including the movement of chemicals in air, water, and subsurface and of the physical, chemical, and biological processes that influence the ultimate disposition of chemicals in the environment.
- A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- A broad knowledge base in environmental science, environmental chemistry, environmental fate and transport is desired
- Prior experience with and understanding of global chemical regulatory requirements (i.e., EU REACH & CLP, USEPA TSCA, Canadian DSL, and recent China and Korea programs) for purposes of product testing and registration.
Skills
- Communication: Strong English written and oral communication skills that allow dissemination of complex technical issues in a clear, concise manner.
- Interpersonal Relationships: since this role requires the ability to interface with a variety of scientific subject matter experts as well as non-experts from various geographies.
- Teamwork: A team player who is a self-motivated quick learner with the ability to grasp the “essence”, prioritize and be strategic, and can change course quickly where indicated.
- Continuous Improvement Mindset: Enjoy learning and are open to suggestions and experimentation for improvement.
- Cross Functional work: Ability to build strong relationships with peers and cross-functionally with partners outside of the immediate workgroup.
- Environmental Impact Assessment: Ability to understand and translate environmental fate, transport and ecotoxicological information into recommendations and clear messages for both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
Additional notes
- This position does not offer relocation assistance
- Location Details: Onsite in Midland, MI
- May involve infrequent travel up to 5% of role
Benefits – What Dow offers you
We invest in you.
Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
- Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
- Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
- Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
- Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
- Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
- Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
- Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
- Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
- Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
- Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
- Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
- Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
- Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.
- Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
- On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
- Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
- Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
- Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
- Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
- Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)
Join our team, we can make a difference together.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visitingwww.dow.com.
As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.
Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.
