Applications Scientist

Croda; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Generous PTO

401K match

Wellness reimbursement

Parental leave

Career development

Life and AD&D insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid holidays

Job summary

Croda invites applications for an Applications Scientist to expand CASE capabilities at the Princeton site. You will develop and evaluate sustainable specialty ingredients, generate data, and collaborate with customers, commercial teams, and global R&D to turn science into market-ready solutions.

The role encompasses lab testing, method development, data analysis, and technical support for coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers across industries.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Experience or strong knowledge of the CASE market (coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers).
• Experience designing and executing laboratory studies and analyzing data.
• Strong written/verbal communication and customer-facing skills.
• Self-motivated, independent, and able to collaborate globally.
• Excellent planning, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Physically capable of bench work for extended periods.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials and new industry trends.
• Experience creating new testing methods and laboratory programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate sustainable specialty ingredients for industrial applications.
• Support expansion of CASE capabilities at the Princeton site and develop methods.
• Design, formulate, and evaluate additives in coatings, adhesives, and elastomers.
• Analyze results and communicate findings via reports and customer materials.
• Provide technical support to customers and collaborate with sales/marketing.
• Partner with global R&D and commercial teams to drive business growth.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Technical communication

Independent work

Project management

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in Chemistry or related

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Applications Scientist - Industrial Specialties

Industrial Specialties is where performance, sustainability, and practical innovation come together. At Croda, our scientists transform specialty ingredients into real-world solutions that help customers improve products, solve technical challenges, and create value across demanding industrial markets.

Driven by our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™, Croda is a FTSE100 organization with more than 5,000 employees across 39 countries. Our Industrial Specialties team applies deep technical knowledge and new technologies to support customers in the Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers (CASE) market and beyond.

We are seeking an Applications Scientist to help expand our CASE application capabilities at the Princeton site. This role will develop and evaluate sustainable specialty ingredients, generate meaningful application data, and collaborate with customers, commercial teams, and global R&D colleagues to turn scientific insight into market-ready solutions.

Laboratory Activities

Core Capabilities and Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate sustainable specialty ingredients for industrial applications, generating technical data to support innovation and commercial growth.
• Support the expansion of CASE application capabilities at the Princeton site by developing testing methods, application knowledge, and laboratory best practices.
• Working in coordination with global R&D, design, formulate, and evaluate surfactants, polyols, and other additives in coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, and related systems to demonstrate product performance and customer value.
• Analyze experimental results and communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and customer-facing materials.

Marketing & Sales Technical Support

• Provide technical support to customers through product recommendations, troubleshooting, performance evaluations, and application guidance.
• Partner with commercial and marketing teams to support business growth through customer visits, technical presentations, training sessions, conferences, and industry events.
• Support regional projects across the broader Industrial Specialties portfolio as business priorities require. Develop an understanding of adjacent markets including water treatment and oil & gas, where emulsification technologies and surfactant expertise are also applied.

Experience And Expertise

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

Qualifications

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. Relevant industrial or postdoctoral experience appropriate for the degree level.
• Experience in, or a strong working knowledge of, the CASE market, including coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, or related formulation technologies.
• Experience designing and executing laboratory studies, analyzing data, and communicating technical conclusions.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and customer-facing skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a global team environment.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be physically capable of standing and working at a laboratory bench for extended periods of time.
• Knowledge of sustainable materials and emerging industry trends.
• Experience developing new testing methods, application capabilities, or laboratory programs.
• Demonstrated ability to rapidly develop expertise in new application areas and translate customer needs into practical technical solutions.

Working at Croda

Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, available immediately
• Generous PTO
• 401K match
• Wellness reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Career development
• Company paid and voluntary life and AD&D insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Paid holidays

Additional Information

This is an on-site position based at our Princeton, NJ location.

Annual Base Salary Range

Annual Base Salary Range: $ 75,000 to $ 111,000. This range reflects the base salary the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, experience, education, and skill level. Additional compensation, such as annual bonuses or other incentives may be offered based on eligibility and company policies.

Why Croda?

At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organization with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.

Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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