Senior Research Scientist - Rheology

Georg Fischer • Apple Valley, MN

8d • $123,106 - $184,659 • 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.

This is an on-site position 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 external universities and independent laboratories. The role also involves identifying valuable technologies, communicating their pros and cons to peers and upper management, preparing reports, and sharing results and interpretations in a timely and effective manner.

The position requires a Ph.D. in Polymer Science or Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent, plus at least 7–10+ years of related experience. Candidates with the right expertise but less work experience may be considered.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Polymer Science or 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 or manufacturing and/or pipe development.
• Experience with Stage Gate Process or Technology Gates.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct research and development work 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 universities and independent laboratories.
• Identify technologies of value and communicate their pros and cons effectively to peers and upper management.
• Prepare reports and communicate results and interpretations in a timely and effective manner.
• Seek opportunities to contribute to business success through proactive involvement in team initiatives.
• Provide technical inspiration and consultation to professional colleagues in pipe development and manufacturing.

Benefits

• Best-in-class health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
• 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