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Senior Research Investigator

Kelly
Midland, MI Contractor
POSTED ON 5/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/28/2026

Kelly is hiring for a Product Development Research Investigator for a 12-month contract role at Midland, MI 48640 with our prestigious client.

Job Title: Product Development Research Investigator

Primary Location: Midland, MI 48640

12-month contract - Onsite role

Monday–Thursday - 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Pay range: $40-60/hr Depending on Experience.


JOB DESCRIPTION


Research & Development Group


  • Provides research into specific applications such as improved quality of existing products, more cost-effective manufacturing processes, a new product line or new area of business.
  • Delivers the technology and process capability needed to operate, maintain and improve manufacturing operations.
  • Collaborate with the business and manufacturing teams to define process technology direction and programs to the business.
  • Performs theoretical and experimental scientific and technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge.
  • May conduct analytical, experimental, investigative and other fact-finding work to support principal scientific research. Prepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results, including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analyses.
  • Identifies, assesses and develops new scientific concepts/technologies in basic or applied research with significant business impact.
  • Documents research leading to patent disclosure or technical and/or scientific advancement.


Experienced technical professional with in-depth knowledge of both formulation and processing, responsible for completing complex experiments requiring interpretation and analysis.


• Hands-on experience with formulation, filled polymer systems, and processing equipment

• Understands the products and competencies across a business segment

• Leads and/or contributes to multiple projects to develop solutions, drive business adoption of technology and meet customer needs

• May lead specific technical segments in larger R&D programs

• Suggests/creates innovations, applying tested ideas or methods from other areas

• Solves complex problems independently; takes a new perspective on existing solutions; exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information

• Ability to work well in a team environment



If you feel this role interests you, feel free to apply or refer someone who would be a good fit.

Salary : $40 - $60

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