Senior Polymer Research Scientist – IP & Product Development

G-3 Chickadee; Akron (OH); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 165 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

G-3 Chickadee in Akron, OH is seeking a Senior Polymer Research Scientist to drive new technology development and IP creation, leading projects from bench to commercialization. The role requires deep expertise in polymer synthesis and industrial R&D leadership.

You will design and execute polymer synthesis programs, mentor scientists, and coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D, operations, and commercial groups to translate science into market-ready products.

Qualifications

• PhD is required in a relevant field (organic/polymer/materials).
• 3+ years of industrial R&D experience with IP generation.
• Experience in designing and leading polymer R&D programs.

Responsabilités

• Design and execute polymer synthesis programs at the bench; maintain rigorous documentation and lab notebook standards.
• Lead assigned R&D projects end-to-end: planning, milestone management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional alignment.
• Mentor junior scientists and engineers; contribute to a culture of scientific rigor, accountability, and collaboration.
• Represent R&D in cross-functional teams and, as appropriate, with external customers or partners.

Connaissances

Polymer synthesis

Structure-property-processing

Polymer characterization

IP generation experience

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Formation

PhD in Organic Chemistry

PhD in Polymer Science

PhD in Materials Science

Outils

GPC/SEC

DSC

TGA

NMR

FTIR

Rheology

Description du poste

G-3 Chickadee in Akron, OH is seeking a Senior Polymer Research Scientist to drive new technology development and IP creation, leading projects from bench to commercialization. The role requires deep expertise in polymer synthesis and industrial R&D leadership.

You will design and execute polymer synthesis programs, mentor scientists, and coordinate cross-functional teams across R&D, operations, and commercial groups to translate science into market-ready products.