The brain drain of Canadian professionals heading south has fortunately worked in reverse for Quantum with the addition of American-born and educated Dr. Jost. Bob began his career at the Alberta Research Council, now Alberta Innovates Technology Futures, in 2006. As a research scientist he was developing cellulose and hemicellulose-based materials, affording him the Alberta Research Council’s 2008/09 Technical Innovation Achievement Award. Robert joined Quantum Technical Services in 2013 and currently designs polymeric materials for various commercial applications. Dr. Jost holds a Ph.D. in organic chemistry from the University of California, LA where he received a National Science Foundation fellowship with multi-disciplinary training through a Materials Creation Training Program and a B.Sc. in biochemistry and economics from the University of Wisconsin. Bob quickly became an invaluable part of the Quantum team. His pleasant demeanor and ready smile add to the easy-going camaraderie of Quantum's culture. He works with a meticulous sense of urgency and can be heard 'running' up and down the stairs from his office to the lab. Following work, he continues 'running' after his five active children. 

bjost@quantumchemical.com

David brings many years  of transportation coatings industry experience to Quantum Chemical, having worked in business development and technical sales for most of his career. His experience with everything from product research and development, specifically with epoxies, urethanes, aliphatic and aromatic polyureas, to training painters, setting up processes and audits, as well as having certification in the Six Sigma, Kaizen and Lean programs, rounds out our team and provides that experience to our customers. When not working in the field with business development, conducting demonstrations, setting up new installations, assisting with equipment purchases, training painters, attending trade shows, etc., he can be found in our lab, helping to spray, test, provide training and perfect our product line-up. His easy-going manner and cheerful disposition make Dave a pleasure to work with.

 
Dave's attention to detail shows in his approach to business as well as in his hobby of rebuilding classic Mustangs

for his collection. He enjoys travelling, hiking, biking and spending time with his wife and family and is delighted with the addition of his first grandchild.

ddemitor@quantumchemical.com