Syensqo · 13 hours ago
Research Scientist
Stamford, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$85K/yr - $140K/yr
2+ years expSyensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Scientist to join their Polymer Additives team, responsible for leading new product introduction, developing additive formulations, and engaging in innovation dialogues with customers.
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Responsibilities
Hand-on technical lead on new NPI (New Product Introduction) product development meeting project’s targeted technical performance
Lead cross-functional project teams to develop and commercialize new NPI products into core and adjacent markets as Project Leader following the stage-gate process
Investigate and develop new additive formulations providing leading edge performance
Develop and analyze data, drawing sound conclusions and uncovering unexpected performance benefits
Hands-on participation in lab operations including polymer processing, data acquisition, data summary, data analysis, preparation of presentations and reports
Document, maintain and update laboratory project database
Identify IP potential for new technologies and file patent application as appropriate
Prepare and present presentation on new products at conferences
Write company reports and monthly reports
Develop high level of industry knowledge in all core market segments
Develop subject matter expertise (SME) in designated market segments
Engage in innovation dialogue with key customers
Maintain calibration and maintenance schedule for designated PA laboratory equipment
Qualification
Required
Minimum B.S. degree in chemistry, polymer science & engineering, or relevant science or engineering field, advanced degree preferred
Minimum of 2+ years of relevant work experience in technical area
Proven working knowledge of most additives used in polymers
Demonstrated Project Leadership skills in leading cross-functional project teams from product development to commercialization following the stage-gate (NPI) process
Strong track record of success in developing and launching new products
Project leadership skills
Analytical skills: This role requires special insightful analysis of data
Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to bring new ideas and concepts to a project
Ability to engage in innovation dialogues with customers
Work well in a team setting
High level of creativity and curiosity
Proactive, collaborative, entrepreneurial, dynamic, flexible, and able to multitask
Highly motivated with self-driven learning capacity
Customer focus - dedicated and sensitive to the customer needs
Preferred
Practical polymer formulation and polymer processing experience preferred
Polymer Processing: extrusion, injection molding, rotomolding, etc
Polymer Testing: MFI, color, gloss, physical properties, etc
Testing Protocols: artificial weathering, thermal aging, etc
Prior experience with rotational molding strongly preferred
Practical knowledge of polyolefin chemistry, production processes, properties, fabrication processes, and their use preferred
Practical knowledge and experience in intellectual Properties (IP)
Understanding of application of AI / Machine Learning tools to new product and process development is a strong plus
Benefits
16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
Training platform for all employees
Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)
Company
Syensqo
Syensqo is a developer of chemical solvents for industries like aerospace, automotive, food, and agriculture and for the end user customers. It is a sub-organization of Solvay.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.54B2025-05-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.36B
2024-04-26Grant· $178M
2023-12-11IPO
Leadership Team
Ilham Kadri
CEO
Recent News
2026-01-08
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