Senior R&D Analytical Technologist, CMP & Polymer Analysis

Qnity; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity’s CMP business seeks an R&D Senior Technologist to join the Advanced Characterization Group in Newark, Delaware. The role provides technical expertise for the development of innovative CMP products and solutions, collaborating with scientists, engineers, and technologists from concept to implementation.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on polymer chemistry experience, instrumentation-based laboratory characterization, and familiarity with CMP pad technology, processing, and materials

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, materials science, or related field.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with SEM/EDS as well as analytical techniques specifically related to polymer chemistry (e.g., cloud point titration).
• Possess a track record of working with a Safety oriented mind set.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve problems with strong attention to details.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams.
• Basic to advanced knowledge and usage of statistical methodology and related software (JMP).

Responsibilities

• Work safely in an R&D environment, actively participate in company safety programs.
• Generate and maintain documentation in electronic databases and laboratory notebooks for the safe and productive operation of equipment and tools.
• Perform polymer chemistry and analysis (e.g. cloud point titration) to support new product development
• Operate advanced analytical characterization techniques, including SEM/EDS
• Generate high-quality analytical data and provide clear, actionable insights through reports and presentations
• Design and execute experiments in collaboration with scientists to support product development, customer issues, and manufacturing challenges
• Partner with cross-functional teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Field Service, QC) to solve complex technical problems
• Proactively identify and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime
• Utilize statistical tools (e.g., JMP) to support data-driven decisions

Skills

SEM/EDS

Polymer chemistry

Cloud point titration

Statistical methods

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety mindset

Documentation

JMP

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or materials science

Master's degree preferred

Tools

JMP

Job description

Qnity’s CMP business seeks an R&D Senior Technologist to join the Advanced Characterization Group in Newark, Delaware. The role provides technical expertise for the development of innovative CMP products and solutions, collaborating with scientists, engineers, and technologists from concept to implementation.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on polymer chemistry experience, instrumentation-based laboratory characterization, and familiarity with CMP pad technology, processing, and materials