Principal Scientist

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems.

These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized four years in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit

Solenis LLC is seeking a Principal Scientist for its office in Wilmington, DE:

Participate in research projects directed toward the development of novel aqueous systems of hydrophobic materials (emulsions and dispersions) for applications in paper making systems, especially the sizing of paper with an emphasis on internal sizing. The position requires a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, or a related field, and five years' progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or any related occupation, to include: 5 years' experience working with the paper making process;

5 years' experience making alkyl ketene dimer (AKD) and alkenyl succinic anhydride (ASA) emulsions; 5 years' experience making rosin emulsions; and 5 years' experience working with colloid stabilization systems. Hybrid work from home schedule is permitted. Employee must live within commuting distance of the Solenis Research Center in Wilmington, Delaware. Employer will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, and training.

Experience may have been gained concurrently.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affinitis Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at