Remote Senior Polymer Chemist - Innovate & Lead Synthesis

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Annual bonus

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Paid time off

Online scientific resources

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Polymer Chemist to lead remote-first R&D in advanced materials and polymer science. You will design, synthesize, and characterize novel polymers, advancing from concept to application within a global, collaborative virtual team.

The role emphasizes deep knowledge of polymer chemistry, synthesis techniques, and structure-property relationships, with responsibility for innovative projects in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• PhD required in Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive industry or postdoctoral experience in polymer synthesis and characterization.
• Expertise in polymerization methods and advanced analytical techniques for polymer analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize novel polymers with specific functionalities and properties using various polymerization techniques (e.g., free radical, condensation, controlled radical polymerization).
• Characterize synthesized polymers using techniques such as GPC/SEC, NMR, DSC, TGA, FTIR, and rheology.
• Investigate structure-property relationships to optimize polymer performance for target applications.
• Develop and refine polymerization processes to improve yield, molecular weight control, and purity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including materials engineers and product developers, to translate research findings into viable commercial products.
• Conduct thorough literature reviews to stay informed about the latest advancements in polymer science and identify new research avenues.
• Author technical reports, research proposals, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Present research findings to internal teams and at scientific conferences.
• Troubleshoot synthesis and characterization challenges.
• Ensure a strong focus on safety protocols and best practices within a remote research context.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Polymerization techniques

GPC/SEC

NMR

DSC

TGA

FTIR

Rheology

ATRP/RAFT

Scientific writing

Remote collaboration

Education

PhD in Polymer Chemistry or related field

Tools

GPC/SEC instrument

NMR spectrometer

DSC instrument

TGA instrument

FTIR spectrometer

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Polymer Chemist to lead remote-first R&D in advanced materials and polymer science. You will design, synthesize, and characterize novel polymers, advancing from concept to application within a global, collaborative virtual team.

The role emphasizes deep knowledge of polymer chemistry, synthesis techniques, and structure-property relationships, with responsibility for innovative projects in a remote environment.