Research Scientist

Syensqo • Stamford, CT

44d • Onsite

About The Position

Syensqo is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Scientist to join our Polymer Additives team. This role involves hands-on technical leadership for new product development, leading cross-functional teams through the stage-gate process for new product introductions, and investigating/developing new additive formulations for leading-edge performance. The scientist will be responsible for data analysis, drawing conclusions, identifying potential intellectual property, and documenting laboratory work. Additionally, the role requires developing industry knowledge, subject matter expertise, and engaging in innovation dialogues with customers. Maintaining laboratory equipment is also a key responsibility.

Requirements

• Minimum B.S. degree in chemistry, polymer science & engineering, or relevant science or engineering field
• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant work experience in technical area
• Practical polymer formulation and polymer processing experience
• Polymer Processing: extrusion, injection molding, rotomolding, etc.
• Polymer Testing: MFI, color, gloss, physical properties, etc.
• Testing Protocols: artificial weathering, thermal aging, etc.
• Proven working knowledge of most additives used in polymers
• Demonstrated Project Leadership skills in leading cross-functional project teams from product development to commercialization following the stage-gate (NPI) process
• Strong track record of success in developing and launching new products
• Analytical skills: This role requires special insightful analysis of data
• Analytical data interpretation: TGA/DSC, SEM, HPLC/GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, etc.
• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to bring new ideas and concepts to a project
• Ability to engage in innovation dialogues with customers
• Work well in a team setting
• High level of creativity and curiosity
• Proactive, collaborative, entrepreneurial, dynamic, flexible, and able to multitask
• Highly motivated with self-driven learning capacity
• Customer focus - dedicated and sensitive to the customer needs

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferred
• Practical knowledge of polyolefin chemistry, production processes, properties, fabrication processes, and their use preferred
• Practical knowledge and experience in intellectual Properties (IP)
• Understanding of application of AI / Machine Learning tools to new product and process development is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Hand-on technical lead on new NPI (New Product Introduction) product development meeting project’s targeted technical performance
• Lead cross-functional project teams to develop and commercialize new NPI products into core and adjacent markets as Project Leader following the stage-gate process
• Investigate and develop new additive formulations providing leading edge performance
• Develop and analyze data, drawing sound conclusions and uncovering unexpected performance benefits
• Hands-on participation in lab operations including polymer processing, data acquisition, data summary, data analysis, preparation of presentations and reports
• Document, maintain and update laboratory project database
• Identify IP potential for new technologies and file patent application as appropriate
• Prepare and present presentation on new products at conferences
• Write company reports and monthly reports
• Develop high level of industry knowledge in all core market segments
• Develop subject matter expertise (SME) in designated market segments
• Engage in innovation dialogue with key customers
• Maintain calibration and maintenance schedule for designated PA laboratory equipment

Benefits

• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds
• Long-lasting excellent customer relations, self-dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading chemical companies.
• Competitive salary and benefits
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior