R&D Chemist III

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness Program

PTO/Holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company 2%

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is seeking a PhD-level scientist to drive development of high-performance materials for circuitry solutions. You will create new formulations, test strategies, and optimize existing products.

Collaboration with scientists, product managers, and marketing teams globally will execute roadmaps and growth initiatives. You will work in a fast-paced lab environment, mentoring junior staff and contributing to publications and patent disclosures while advancing new

Qualifications

• PhD degree in inorganic or electrochemistry, polymer/material science, or related field with 3+ years technical research experience.
• Comfort working in a wet chemistry lab, safe handling of chemicals, solvents, and lab equipment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow procedures with high repeatability.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly in English, and manage multiple tasks under guidance from senior staff.
• Internship or 1–3 years of industrial experience in metal electrodeposition, materials R&D, formulation preferred.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as electrochemical analysis (CV, LSV, potentiostat), SEM/optical microscopy, or other materials characterization methods preferred.
• Prior exposure to semiconductor materials or work in a cleanroom/fab environment (coating, lamination, lithography, metrology) preferred.
• Experience with basic data analysis and statistical tools (e.g., Excel, JMP, Minitab) to interpret experimental results preferred.

Responsibilities

• Hold self to the highest standards on safety and promote a safe lab culture.
• Research, develop, and formulate new surface treatment products for PCB, molded interconnect, connector, and IC substrate industries.
• Understand patents and literature for new resin systems, chemistry, and polymers.
• Deliver presentations/reports distilling complex ideas into precise results and proposals.
• Participate in workgroup meetings addressing safety, process improvement, and problem-solving.
• Mentor junior scientists and technologists.
• Document work in internal presentations and external publications; draft patent disclosures as appropriate.
• Leverage external networks for project success and engage with customers/OEMs.
• Follow EH&S standards and company policies; handle confidential information per NDA.
• Work in a high-paced, multi-task environment; self-motivated with minimal supervision.

Skills

English communication

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

PhD in inorganic or electrochemistry, polymer/material science

Tools

Electrochemical analysis (CV, LSV, potentiostat)

SEM/optical microscopy

Excel

JMP / Minitab

Job description

Business Unit: MAES

Division: Advanced Interconnect Solutions - Wafer Level Pack

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

The purpose of this position is to drive the development of innovative, differentiated, and high-performance materials for the Circuitry Solutions product lines.The candidate will be responsible by developing new products, material testing strategies/protocols, formulations and modifying/optimizing existing products. In this role, the candidate will work closely with scientists, product managers, application, and marketing managers globally to execute product roadmaps and strategies in existing and adjacent markets that drive growth

What will you be doing?

• Hold self to the highest standards on safety. We are committed to building a strong safety culture in all laboratory and related activities.
• Research, develop, and formulate new surface treatment products for the printed circuit board, molded interconnect, connector and IC substrate industries.
• Have an in-depth understanding of the patent and literature for new resin systems, chemistry, and polymers across related technology areas.
• Deliver presentations/reports that distill complex ideas into precise results and proposals; communicate appropriately to influence internal and external audiences.
• Actively participate in workgroup team meetings to address safety, process improvement, problem-solving, and other workgroups, departments, and active topics.
• Mentor junior level scientists and technologists.
• Communicate and appropriately document work in the form of internal presentations and external publications/reports. Draft and submit patent disclosures as appropriate.
• Leverage external networks for project success, establish relationships with customer/OEM, and regularly engage in appropriate scientific venues.
• Understand and follow appropriate EH&S standards, policies, and procedures applicable to their job.
• Carry out responsibilities under the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Present a professional attitude and handle confidential information according to non-disclosure guidelines.
• Ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment. Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision

Who are You?

• PhD degree in inorganic or electrochemistry, Polymer/material science, or related field with 3+ years technical research experience.
• Comfort working in a wet chemistry lab, including safe handling of chemicals, solvents, and lab equipment.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow procedures with high repeatability.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, communicate clearly in English (written and verbal), and manage multiple tasks under guidance from senior staff
• Internship or 1–3 years of industrial experience in metal electrodeposition, materials R&D, formulation, preferred
• Additional hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as electrochemical analysis (CV, LSV, potentiostat) SEM/optical microscopy, or other materials characterization methods, preferred.
• Prior exposure to semiconductor materials (photoresists, dielectrics, plating additives, etc.) or work in a cleanroom/fab environment (coating, lamination, lithography, metrology), preferred.
• Experience with basic data analysis and statistical tools (e.g., Excel, JMP, Minitab) to interpret experimental results, preferred.

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above.

What competencies will you need?

• Able to work independently as well as in groups.
• Organized, self-motivated, and action-oriented, with the ability to adapt quickly to new challenges and opportunities.
• Good oral, presentation, and written communication skills. An ability to communicate and interact successfully with a broad range of disciplines, whilst maintaining a strong professional image
• Passion, high energy, self-motivation, and a focus on execution. Independent thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to succeed in an entrepreneurial culture, demonstrating significant initiative and effort.
• An ability to follow clearly defined objectives to solve difficult technical challenges within specific timescales. Coordinating cross-functional and outside resources to resolve problems as appropriate

We are Offering...

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - You will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management, which has empowered us to create high-performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

As part of the MAES Team, you will have ... Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance-related bonus plan), and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).

Innovative work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.

Perks and incentives include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

The typical base salary range for this position is between $95,406.00 to $143,108.00

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.

Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport

Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury