R&D Synthetic Analytical Chemist

Qnity; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity in Marlborough, MA is seeking an R&D Synthetic Analytical Chemist to drive next-generation materials for advanced semiconductor circuits and packaging applications. You will design, synthesize, characterize, and commercialize polymers, monomers, oligomers, and functional materials that enable breakthrough metallization and interconnect technologies.

The ideal candidate has a PhD in chemistry, hands-on synthetic and analytical experience, electrochemistry expertise, and strong data-driven,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in synthetic, polymer, or analytical chemistry as required.
• Hands-on experience in synthetic and analytical chemistry with electrochemistry expertise preferred.
• Strong experimental design, problem-solving, and data-analysis skills.
• Knowledge of structure–function relationships for organic materials.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate across global teams and time zones.
• Domestic and international travel up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundamental understanding and solutions for electronics metallization (electroplating) challenges.
• Characterize materials using advanced analytical techniques and apply data-driven decisions.
• Design and synthesize polymers, monomers, oligomers, and functional materials.
• Develop new material platforms using polymer chemistry and electrochemical principles.
• Lead and support projects from concept through commercialization with scale-up and IP considerations.
• Evaluate literature, patents, and competitors to identify opportunities and guide strategy.
• Collaborate across R&D, Scale-up, Product Management, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Mentor junior scientists and share knowledge with a global team.

Skills

Synthetic chemistry

Analytical chemistry

Electrochemistry

Experimental design

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Synthetic Chemistry

Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry

Job description

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics.
At Qnity, we’re more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries – we’re a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible. We value forward-thinking challengers, boundary-pushers, and diverse perspectives across all our departments, because we know we play a critical role in the world enabling faster progress for all. Learn how you can start or jumpstart your career with us.

Position Summary

Qnity is seeking an R&D Synthetic Analytical Chemist to drive the development of next-generation materials for advanced semiconductor circuits and packaging applications. This role will focus on the design, synthesis, characterization, and commercialization of novel polymers, monomers, oligomers, and functional materials that enable breakthrough performance in metallization and advanced interconnect technologies.
The ideal candidate combines deep expertise in polymer and organic synthesis with a strong understanding of electrochemistry and organic/inorganic materials characterization and preparation. This individual will serve as a technical expert, collaborating across R&D, Scale-up Engineering, Product Management, Quality, and Supply Chain to bring innovative materials from concept through commercialization and to advance data-driven fundamental learnings.

This position is 100% onsite reporting to our Marlborough, MA facility.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and drive fundamental understanding and solutions for technical challenges in electronics metallization (electroplating), focusing on organic additives and electrochemistry.
• Characterize materials using advanced analytical techniques and apply data-driven decision-making to accelerate product development and manage raw materials toward new product development and scale-up.
• Design and synthesize innovative polymers, monomers, oligomers, and functional materials for advanced semiconductor circuit and packaging applications.
• Develop new material platforms by applying polymer chemistry, organic synthesis, and structure-property-performance principles to meet customer and product requirements, with a focus on electrochemical properties.
• Lead and support research projects from concept through commercialization, including early scale-up, process safety, intellectual property generation, and Stage-Gate execution.
• Evaluate scientific literature, patent landscapes, and competitive technologies to identify innovation opportunities and guide technical strategy.
• Collaborate with global R&D, Scale-up Engineering, Product Management, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to advance fundamental learning and product development.
• Mentor junior scientists and engineers while promoting technical excellence, rigorous documentation, and strong experimental practices.
• Support a global innovation team by sharing knowledge, presenting technical findings, and contributing to Qnity’s expanding materials portfolio.

Required Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Ph.D. in Synthetic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related discipline.
• Hands-on experience in synthetic and analytical chemistry. Electrochemical expertise is strongly preferred.
• Strong experimental design, problem-solving, and data-analysis skills.
• Strong understanding of chemical structure-function relationships for organic materials.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and time zones.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%.

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The Pay range for this role is $99,120.00 - $155,760.00 Annual

How Base Pay is Determined:

Qnity has job leveling frameworks that help organize roles based on progressive levels of responsibility, proficiency and qualifications. Each role has an associated pay range (or an established pay rate for some roles) based on the competitive market in each country where we operate. Each individual’s pay is based on a variety of factors, including their role and the associated pay range for that role, their geographic location (i.e., country, state, metropolitan area), as well as their skills, experience, education and certifications, and performance.