UBE Corporation America Inc. · 22 hours ago
Expert Scientist
Naugatuck,CT,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expUBE Corporation America Inc. is seeking an accomplished and innovative Expert Scientist to lead the development of new step-growth technology platforms and drive technical excellence in support of business growth initiatives. This role involves synthesizing new materials, optimizing chemical processes, and providing strategic technical support to customers while ensuring seamless knowledge transfer to manufacturing teams.
Chemicals
Responsibilities
Lead the synthesis and development of new materials and step-growth polymers, collaborating closely and regularly with key clients to co-develop next-generation products
Support full-scale commercialization efforts by optimizing chemical processes, ensuring product quality, and leading the scale-up from lab to plant
Provide hands-on support to global manufacturing plants by guiding them through unfamiliar technologies and ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and process adoption
Act as a recognized subject matter expert in urethane chemistry and step-growth polymer platforms, with external validation through peer-reviewed publications, patents, and industry recognition
Drive innovation in CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, Elastomers) applications with a strong emphasis on hot cast elastomers, maintaining a hands-on presence in the lab to develop advanced materials
Proactively identify, assess, and implement novel urethane technologies by leading applied research and collaborating with cross-functional global teams
Strategically build and protect the company’s intellectual property through robust patent filings and by ensuring freedom to operate for new technologies
Provide expert technical support to resolve quality issues in production and serve as a key liaison for technology transfer to manufacturing sites worldwide
Advise senior leadership on technology strategy and direction, using deep business and scientific insight to shape long-term R&D and innovation roadmaps
Serve as a mentor to technical staff across levels and disciplines, fostering internal capability development and cross-functional learning
Lead and participate in academic and cross-industry collaborations to stay at the forefront of technological advancement and to uncover new innovation opportunities
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in synthetic organic chemistry/polymer chemistry is required
Previous experience working in international projects/companies
Strong project management experience
Demonstrated experience leading and/or mentoring a technical team
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
Preferred
PhD in Organic Chemistry or similar field (Synthetic Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry preferred)
Urethanes specific experience is highly desired
Company
UBE Corporation America Inc.
UBE Corporation America, Inc. (UCAI) is a US based holding company (100% subsidiary of UBE Corporation).
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase