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Materials Scientist - Polymer Research

East London, Buffalo CityFull-time2026-10-12

Core

Design, synthesize, and characterize advanced polymeric materials to optimize performance and drive product innovation.

Role type

Senior IC materials scientist (polymer research)

Builds

Novel polymers with tailored properties for specific applications

Domain

Materials science / Polymer chemistry

Required skills

Polymer synthesis, Analytical instrumentation (GPC, DSC, TGA, FTIR, microscopy), Structure-property relationship analysis, Polymerization process development and scale-up, Polymer physics and chemistry principles

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

GPC, DSC, TGA, FTIR, Microscopy

Responsibilities

Design and synthesize novel polymers with tailored properties, Characterize polymers using analytical techniques, Investigate structure-property relationships, Develop and scale-up polymerization processes, Collaborate with engineering and product development teams

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC