Senior Scientist

Job ID35129# Senior Scientist Regular  Stamford - CT, United States of America Apply to this job    My candidate profile### Important EEO information related to openings in the USSyensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
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** Role and Responsibilities
** We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented and innovative Senior Scientist to join our Polymer Additives team.
* Hands-on technical lead on new NPI (New Product Introduction) product development meeting 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: e.g. building & construction, molding, agriculture, automotive, etc.
* Engage in innovation dialogue with key customers
* Maintain calibration and maintenance schedule for designated PA laboratory equipment
* Adhere to all applicable safety regulations, company policies, and established procedures to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.##
** Experience and Skills
** You will bring:
* Minimum B.S. degree in chemistry, polymer science & engineering, or relevant science or engineering field, advanced degree preferred
* Minimum of 10 years of relevant technical work experience with a bachelor’s degree, or a minimum of 5 years of relevant technical work experience with an advanced degree.
* Proven chemistry and application knowledge of most additives used in polymers, especially for light and heat stabilization
* 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.
* Knowledge of polyolefin chemistry, production processes, properties, fabrication processes, and their use preferred
* Practical knowledge and experience in intellectual Properties (IP)
* 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
* Understanding of application of AI / Machine Learning tools to new product and process development is a strong plus.

Skills and competencies:
* Project leadership skills
* Organic chemistry
* Polymer science and engineering
* Data analysis:
This role requires special insightful analysis of data
* Analytical data interpretation: TGA/DSC, SEM, HPLC/GC, FTIR, UV-Vis, etc.
* 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 capacit
* Customer focus - dedicated and sensitive to the customer needs##
** What We Offer
*** 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…