Remote Polymer Chemistry Research Scientist

Placements24

Mossel Bay

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Home office budget
Remote work flexibility
Professional development resources
Collaborations with leading scientists

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Research Scientist with expertise in Polymer Chemistry to join their fully remote R&D team. You will conceptualize, synthesize, and characterize novel polymers, contributing to the IP portfolio while working from a remote location with a global group of experts.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MSc in Polymer Chemistry or a related field, has 4+ years of polymer synthesis and characterization experience, and excels in communicating complex results in

Qualifications

  • PhD or MSc in Polymer Chemistry or related field.
  • 4+ years of research in polymer synthesis and characterization.
  • Strong remote collaboration and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

  • Design and synthesize novel polymers with specific properties for target applications.
  • Characterize polymers using GPC, NMR, DSC, TGA, and mechanical testing.
  • Investigate structure-property relationships to optimize material performance.
  • Collaborate remotely with cross-functional teams to translate research findings into viable products.
  • Prepare detailed research reports, patent applications, and technical publications.
  • Stay updated on advancements in polymer science and related fields.

Skills

Polymer synthesis
Polymer characterization
Rheology
Scientific writing

Education

PhD in Polymer Chemistry
MSc in Polymer related field

Tools

GPC
NMR
DSC
TGA

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Research Scientist with expertise in Polymer Chemistry to join their fully remote R&D team. You will conceptualize, synthesize, and characterize novel polymers, contributing to the IP portfolio while working from a remote location with a global group of experts.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or MSc in Polymer Chemistry or a related field, has 4+ years of polymer synthesis and characterization experience, and excels in communicating complex results in

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