Senior Organic Polymer Chemist

Actalent; Windsor (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule (Mon–Fri)

Onsite in Windsor, CT

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Senior Polymer Chemist in Windsor, CT to lead the design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced polymer materials, adhesives and surfactant technologies. You will explore structure–property relationships and develop commercially impactful formulations.

The role requires deep expertise in polymer chemistry, demonstrated innovation from lab to marketplace, and collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams in a dynamic R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science or related field.
• 15+ years of polymer synthesis, characterization, and structure–property work.
• Strong knowledge of silicones, adhesives, elastomers, and surfactant chemistry.
• Proven track record from research through commercialization and patent activity.
• Experience with DOE, statistics and experimental design.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced polymeric materials, adhesives, elastomers, and surfactant-based technologies.
• Investigate structure–property relationships to unlock performance.
• Develop formulations balancing performance, manufacturability, cost and IP strategy.
• Design and execute research programs using DOE methodologies and data-driven decisions.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing to scale technologies to production.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers and research partners to accelerate innovation.
• Identify emerging technologies and strategic growth opportunities.
• Communicate findings through reports and presentations to leadership.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Structure–property relationships

DOE methodologies

Statistical analysis

Data-driven decision making

Independent leadership in research

Collaboration with cross-functional/IT

Patent generation

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Education

Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science

Tools

DOE

Statistical analysis

Experimental design

Job description

Hiring: Senior Organic Polymer Chemist | Windsor, CTShape the Future of Materials Innovation

Are you passionate about creating breakthrough materials and transforming scientific discoveries into real-world products? We are seeking a Senior Polymer Chemist to join our innovative R&D team in Windsor, CT. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly accomplished scientist to lead the development of next-generation polymers, adhesives, elastomers, and surfactant technologies that will drive new products and business growth.

In this role, you'll have the freedom to explore novel ideas, solve complex technical challenges, generate intellectual property, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams to bring innovations from the laboratory to the marketplace.

Why Join Us?

• Lead cutting-edge materials innovation
• Influence products from concept through commercialization
• Collaborate with industry-leading scientists and engineers
• Drive patentable technology development and strategic growth initiatives
• Enjoy a flexible Monday-Friday schedule with work-life balance

What You’ll Do

As our Senior Polymer Chemist, you'll serve as a technical leader responsible for advancing innovative materials technologies and delivering commercially impactful solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, synthesis, and characterization of advanced polymeric materials, adhesives, elastomers, and surfactant-based technologies
• Unlock new performance capabilities by investigating structure-property relationships and application mechanisms
• Develop innovative formulations balancing performance, manufacturability, cost, regulatory requirements, and intellectual property strategies
• Design and execute sophisticated research programs utilizing DOE methodologies, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision making
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to successfully scale technologies from concept to commercial production
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and external research partners to accelerate innovation and product development
• Identify emerging technologies, market opportunities, and strategic growth initiatives
• Analyze and communicate technical findings through reports, presentations, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders
• Generate intellectual property through inventions, patents, and proprietary technology development
• Support product validation, field testing, and commercialization efforts
• Manage multiple projects while maintaining scientific rigor, organization, and attention to detail

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline
• 15+ Years expertise in polymer synthesis, characterization, and structure-property relationships
• Strong knowledge of silicones, adhesives, elastomers, and surfactant chemistry
• Proven success developing innovative materials from research through commercialization
• Advanced understanding of chemical, thermal, mechanical, and physical testing methodologies
• Extensive experience utilizing DOE, statistical analysis, and experimental design techniques
• Demonstrated record of innovation, technical problem-solving, and patent generation
• Ability to independently drive research initiatives and deliver impactful results

Preferred Experience

• Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, and commercial teams
• Partnering with suppliers, customers, and external research organizations
• Supporting patent filings and intellectual property strategies
• Translating complex scientific concepts into commercially successful products

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Windsor, CT.

Work Environment

This full-time position ONSITE in Windsor CT - offers a flexible Monday-Friday schedule, with start times generally ranging from 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM and corresponding end times between 3:00 PM and 5:30 PM. You'll work in a dynamic R&D environment where curiosity, innovation, and scientific excellence are valued and rewarded.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're driven by scientific discovery, thrive on solving complex materials challenges, and want to see your innovations reach the marketplace, we'd love to hear from you.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Windsor,CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $135000.00 - $200000.00/yr.

• Lifetime Benefit Maximum Unlimited
• Unlimited Annual Deductible $2,000 single / $4,000 family
• $4,000 single / $8,000 family Annual OutofPocket Maximum (includes deductible)
• $3,000 single / $6,000 family
• $6,500 single / $13,000 family Coinsurance 10% 30%
• DOCTORS OFFICE Primary Care Office Visit 10% after deductible 30% after deductible
• Specialist Office Visit (including Urgent Care) 10% after deductible 30% after deductible
• Wellness Care (routine exams, xrays/tests, immunizations, well baby care and mammograms) Plan pays 100% Not Covered
• PRESCRIPTION DRUGS Retail(30day supply) Generic / Formulary Brand / NonFormulary Brand After Deductible: $5 / $25 / $40 50% after deductible
• Retail (90day supply) Generic / Formulary Brand / NonFormulary Brand After Deductible: $15 / $75 / $120 50% after deductible
• Mail Order(90day supply) Generic / Formulary Brand / NonFormulary Brand After Deductible: $10 / $50 / $80 50% after deductible
• HOSPITAL SERVICES Emergency Room 10% after deductible 10% after deductible
• Inpatient Surgery 10% after deductible 30% after deductible
• Outpatient Surgery 10% after deductible 30% after deductible
• MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES Inpatient Services 10% after deductible 30% after deductible
• Outpatient Services 10% after deductible 30% after deductibl

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.