Research Scientist-Alpharetta, GA

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: 

A Research Scientist to be responsible for leading product research and development projects in support of product line business and overall company objectives.

We count on you for:

Key Responsibilities: 

• Maintains a safe work environment for self and others.
• Develops and characterizes new resins on a laboratory scale.
• Define process chemistry for new resin development.
• Leads or assists in the scale-up of new molecules from laboratory/pilot plant to commercial scale.
• Improves existing chemical processes.
• Provides technical support to plant operations.
• Screens and characterizes new raw materials for suitability in commercial production.
• Assists in the review and monitoring of patent/scientific literature relevant to business management.
• Leads or assists in external programs with universities/institutions or other Solvay entities to evaluate emerging technologies and work with Marketing to develop commercial opportunities.
• Facilitates the development and professional growth of assigned technician(s).
• Participates in peer and area coordinator safety audits and attends all required safety meetings and training.
• Any other duties required by the business.

You can count on us for:

• Be part of and contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime change journey 
• Join a transversal and dynamic team 
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds 

You will bring:

Education, Experience, and preferred skills:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, especially organic chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or related fields.
• Experience with process chemistry.
• Experience with analytical chemistry, physical chemistry, statistical experimental design, and treatment of data.
• Fluent in English
• Ability to develop new processes and scale up to commercial production with a good understanding of scale-up issues
• Strong troubleshooting skills
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Strong communications skills (oral and written)

You will get:

• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $110,000 to $130,000. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free language courses (24 languages available)
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional Information:

Location(s): Alpharetta (Georgia, USA) 

About us

• This position requires a certain level of integrity, confidentiality, loyalty and trustworthiness as you will have access to Syensqo's most sensitive information or systems in the context of your mission. Please note that the selected person for this position will be required to undergo and meet company standards for vetting verifications and reference checks.
• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.

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