Senior Scientist, Product Development

Entegris, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Flexible work schedule

11 paid holidays a year

PTO policy

Education assistance

Job summary

Entegris is seeking a Senior Scientist, Product Development in Reno, NV to join the R&D team. You will design and scale polymeric materials and semiconductor cleaning products, performing formulation, characterization, and experimental analysis to accelerate commercialization.

You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, technicians and product managers to drive innovation and deliver next-generation solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in polymer science, materials science, chemistry, chemical engineering or related field with 5+ years in relevant roles.
• Laboratory experience in material formulation, characterization or synthesis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and experimental design skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute lab experiments related to polymer synthesis, formulations, coatings, and prototypes.
• Develop materials for semiconductor cleaning, contamination control and advanced manufacturing.
• Analyze data from mechanical, thermal, rheological, tribological, particle and surface tests.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and recommendations from experiments.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality and marketing to advance product development.
• Support scale-up and product specifications through testing methods and QC guidance.
• Evaluate critical-to-quality characteristics and assist in defining manufacturing specs.
• Maintain lab documentation and ensure safety and quality standards.
• Identify risks and propose solutions to accelerate project execution and iterations.
• Contribute to IP through invention disclosures and patents support.

Skills

Polymer science

Materials science

Laboratory experimentation

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

BS in Polymer Science or related field

MS or PhD preferred

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Job description

Job Title: Senior Scientist, Product Development

Job Description: The Role

Entegris is currently seeking a Senior Scientist, Product Development to join our R&D team. This position will be based in our Reno, NV facility. In this role, you will support the development of advanced polymeric materials, semiconductor cleaning products, and new technologies through experimental design, materials formulation, characterization, and technical analysis. You will work closely with scientists, engineers, technicians, and product managers to accelerate innovation and support the commercialization of next-generation products.

What You’ll Do

• Design and execute laboratory experiments related to polymer synthesis, polymer formulations, coatings, and prototype fabrication.
• Develop and evaluate new materials for semiconductor cleaning, contamination control, and advanced manufacturing applications.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data from mechanical, thermal, rheological, tribological, particle, and surface characterization techniques.
• Generate technical reports, presentations, and recommendations based on experimental findings.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and marketing teams to advance product development efforts.
• Support scale-up and commercialization activities through development of test methods and product specifications.
• Evaluate critical-to-quality characteristics and assist in establishing incoming quality control and manufacturing specifications.
• Maintain laboratory documentation and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Identify technical risks and propose solutions to accelerate project execution and design iteration cycles.
• Contribute to intellectual property generation through invention disclosures, technical publications, and patent support activities.

What We Seek

• B.S. degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field and 5+ years of relevant experience required. M.S. or Ph.D. preferred.
• Demonstrated laboratory experience involving material formulation, characterization, or synthesis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and experimental design skills.
• Experience with data analysis tools and statistical methods (JMP, Minitab, Six Sigma).
• General Knowledge of AI systems and data science a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional development environment.
• Experience with polymers, coatings, semiconductor materials, or advanced manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience authoring technical reports and presentations is preferred.

Why Work at Entegris

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future.

Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Flexible work schedule and 11 paid holidays a year
• Paid time off (PTO) policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• Values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.

At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.