Scotty Taylor
Greer,SC
Summary
Laboratory-trained scientist skilled in the development of water-based latex compounds used in industrial and military applications.
Experienced scientist with a strong background in research and analysis. Proficient in experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation across various scientific disciplines. Demonstrated ability to contribute to impactful research projects and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams. .
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Scientist
Lubrizol Advanced Materials
Gastonia, NC
03.1984 - 03.2024
- Extensive experience in the development of water-based latex compounds for coatings used in automotive, geotextile, home furnishing and non-woven industries.
- Five years of experience in polymer synthesis development from benchtop, pilot to production reactors.
- Expat assignment in China which included evaluation of customer base, commissioning of applications laboratory, providing technical training for sales and technical staff.
- Extensive trials at Asian customers while mentoring Lubrizol technical and sales staff.
- Prepared reports summarizing research results for presentation to colleagues and management.
- Presented findings at internal meetings as well as externally at industry events or conferences.
- Designed and conducted complex experiments following established scientific protocols.
- Engaged in continuous learning to stay abreast of advances in the scientific field.
- Applied knowledge of mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology to support research and experiments.
- Documented all processes during experiments, keeping meticulous notes of unexpected changes.
- Prioritized workloads with department team.
- Created and maintained spreadsheets and databases to detail specimen collection and data gathering.
- Participated in departmental meetings to disuss research progress and strategize future projects.
- Maintained field equipment and performed troubleshooting techniques to keep tools fully operational.
- Fostered partnerships with industry and academia to enhance research opportunities and outcomes.
- Mentored on processes and procedures relevant to tasks at hand to newly hired employees.
- Met pertinent milestones while managing multiple projects at once.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
Southern Wesleyan University
Central, SC05-1996
Skills
- Experimental design
- Results Analysis
- Chemical Analysis
- Materials science
- Lab experiments and research
- Safety processes and procedures
- Effective multitasking
- Self motivation
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Problem-Solving aptitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Project Management
- Relationship building
- Self-directed
Timeline
Scientist
Lubrizol Advanced Materials
03.1984 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Management
Southern Wesleyan University