R&D Technologist

Dupont•Elsmere, DE

About The Position

The Ion Exchange Resins business within DuPont Water Solutions is seeking an R&D Technologist to contribute to customer-focused research and development projects. The role involves developing product and application knowledge to solve real-world challenges and deliver technical solutions that help customers improve efficiency, conserve water and energy, and reduce environmental impact. Training in DuPont’s core ion exchange resin technologies will be provided. The company is seeking candidates with 0–5 years of industrial laboratory experience who are curious, eager to learn, and motivated to solve problems and make an impact.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
0–5 years of experience in an academic or industrial laboratory setting.
Effective time-management, organization, and prioritization skills.
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of cross-functional project teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Experience synthesizing, analyzing, testing, or working with polymers.
Familiarity with ion exchange resins or laboratory-scale packed resin beds.

Responsibilities

Conduct laboratory research and testing of polymers to support the development of new products and processes.
Collaborate with scientists, engineers, and other project team members to achieve technical and business goals.
Analyze experimental data and communicate results, conclusions, and recommendations to project teams, stakeholders, and management.
Manage laboratory operations and maintain a variety of process and analytical equipment.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, including maintaining safety and procedural documentation.