Lead Applications Scientist, Rheology & DMA

Ta Instruments; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation in New Castle, Delaware seeks a Senior Applications Scientist to lead rheology and dynamic mechanical analysis programs across our Materials Sciences portfolio. The role combines hands-on method development, pre/post-sales support, customer training, and strategic product direction across global teams.

The ideal candidate has deep rheology expertise, strong communication skills, and a track record of scientific leadership in method development, with travel of ~20–30% for

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Food Science or Rheology (PhD strongly preferred).
• Hands-on expertise with rotational and oscillatory rheometry, mechanical testing, and analytical instrumentation.
• Experience supporting rheology, mechanical testing, materials characterization, or related analytical technologies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal scientific advisor for R&D and long-term product roadmap decisions.
• Lead rheology strategy, publish application notes, and develop workflows across rheometry.
• Produce technical content and support high-value pre- and post-sales engagements.
• Own troubleshooting for rheometer, DMA performance, and software/geometry issues.
• Deliver training sessions and product demonstrations at labs and sites.

Skills

Rheology expertise

Mechanical testing

DMA hardware/software

Customer engagement

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Education

PhD preferred in related discipline

Advanced degree in chemical/mechanical/materials science

Tools

Rheometer equipment

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Waters Corporation in New Castle, Delaware seeks a Senior Applications Scientist to lead rheology and dynamic mechanical analysis programs across our Materials Sciences portfolio. The role combines hands-on method development, pre/post-sales support, customer training, and strategic product direction across global teams.

The ideal candidate has deep rheology expertise, strong communication skills, and a track record of scientific leadership in method development, with travel of ~20–30% for