Senior Research Scientist - Rheology

Georg Fischer • Apple Valley, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Research Scientist plans and conducts research in polymer pipe development and independently manages projects as part of multidisciplinary, cross-functional teams. The role provides technical inspiration and consultation to professional colleagues in pipe development and manufacturing. A strong polymer background is essential. The position is onsite at Uponor’s North American manufacturing headquarters in Apple Valley, Minnesota.

The scientist collaborates with teams in the United States and, as needed, Europe, including internal partners and external organizations such as universities and independent laboratories. The role identifies valuable technologies, communicates their pros and cons to peers and upper management, prepares reports, and shares results and interpretations in a timely and effective manner. The scientist also proactively seeks opportunities to contribute to business success through team initiatives.

The expected compensation range is $123,106–$184,659 per year. The offered compensation may vary based on relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and experience, as well as internal equity. The range represents the full base salary wage for the role; hiring near the top of the range is uncommon.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Polymer Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent.
• At least 7–10+ years of related experience; candidates with the right expertise but less work experience may be considered.
• Strong polymer background.
• Project management and leadership skills, including the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

• Prior industry experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience in rheological characterization of polymer melts and networks.
• Knowledge of extrusion technology/manufacturing and/or pipe development.
• Experience with Stage Gate Process/Technology Gates.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct research and development independently and as part of multidisciplinary, cross-functional teams.
• Manage projects and provide leadership while collaborating with teams in the United States and, as needed, Europe, including internal and external partners.
• Identify technologies of value and communicate their pros and cons to peers and upper management.
• Prepare reports and communicate results and interpretations in a timely and effective manner.
• Proactively seek opportunities to contribute to business success through involvement in team initiatives.
• Provide technical inspiration and consultation to professional colleagues in pipe development and manufacturing.

Benefits

• Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 160 hours of paid time off, combining PTO and Employee Safe and Sick Time accruals for Minnesota-based employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree