Technical Service Scientist

Regular

Stamford - CT, United States of America

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We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Service Scientist to join our Polymer Additives team. This role is responsible for providing technical support to customers and internal teams, with a strong emphasis on hands‑on polymer processing. The ideal candidate will have experience with polymer additives, laboratory testing, and polymer processing equipment such as extrusion, injection molding, and compression molding.

• Prepare resin and additive formulations and produce test specimens using injection molding, compression molding, and other polymer processing techniques.
• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis to support customer projects, product improvements, and new product development (NPI).
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to polymer processing and additive performance.
• Collaborate with customers, sales, R&D, and manufacturing teams to address technical inquiries and provide solutions.
• Document experimental procedures, results, and technical reports in accordance with company standards.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable testing.
• Support the development and optimization of new polymer additive products and applications.
• Present technical findings and project updates to internal teams and customers.
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in polymer additives and processing.

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company
• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds
• Long‑lasting excellent customer relations, self‑dependent working, and a variety of tasks in one of the world’s leading chemical companies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related field, with 3–5 years of relevant work experience.
• Hands‑on experience with polymer processing equipment (e.g., extrusion, injection molding, compression molding) is required.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with laboratory testing methods for polymers and additives is preferred.
• Familiarity with polymer additive formulations and their applications preferred.
• Experience in customer‑facing technical service or support roles preferred.
• Proficiency with laboratory instrumentation such as colorimeters, melt flow testers, and mechanical testing equipment preferred.

• Competitive salary and benefits
• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $89,000.00 to $ per year. 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 well‑being sessions (physical and psychological)

• 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…