About this role
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.
Role and Responsibilities
- Analytical Researcher – Polymer Characterization Lab, Alpharetta
Molecular Science & Spectroscopy is part of the Polymer Characterization Lab (PCL) in Alpharetta, providing analytical testing and data generation in close collaboration with R&I and Syensqo Specialty Polymers teams to enable innovation and support customer and business needs.
- Role summary:
Perform routine and complex analytical testing on polymers, monomers, additives, and raw materials with primary responsibilities in wet chemistry titrations and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
- Develop and improve methods, maintain analytical equipment, and provide technical support to internal stakeholders while ensuring safe, compliant, and timely laboratory execution.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform analytical testing with primary focus on wet chemistry titrations (e.g., acid/base, redox, complexometric, Karl Fisher) and UV-Vis spectroscopy to support business and customer needs.
• Prepare samples, standards, and reagents in accordance with approved LTMs/SOPs; document work and results accurately in LIMS with full traceability.
• Ensure strong safety performance by following safe work practices, participating in safety meetings, and closing assigned action items on time.
• Execute titration workflows including standardization of titrants, endpoint verification, calculations, and review of results against specifications.
• Execute UV-Vis measurements including instrument setup, wavelength selection, baseline/blank checks, and data evaluation consistent with approved methods.
• Maintain instrument readiness by executing preventive maintenance and calibrations for UV-Vis and titration systems; support troubleshooting, repairs coordination, and general equipment upkeep.
• Provide timely analytical support to internal customers (R&I, Quality, Operations, Marketing, Sales) and collaborate with other Syensqo laboratories as required.
• Author, review, and maintain technical documentation including SOPs, LTMs, and analytical reports; contribute to method updates, method transfers, and continuous improvement.
• Drive laboratory organization and cleanliness by applying 5S principles and performing routine daily and weekly housekeeping of lab spaces and equipment.
• Improve lab efficiency and responsiveness by managing shifting priorities, coordinating technical activities, reducing backlog, and supporting supply ordering/inventory needs (standards, reagents, cuvettes, consumables).
• Train and coach team members on titration and UV-Vis methods, SOPs/LTMs, calculations, and good laboratory practices to strengthen team capability and consistency.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of laboratory and business objectives.
Experience and Skills
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biology, Physical Science, or Materials Science.
• 2–5 years of experience in an analytical testing laboratory.
• Experience with polymer/material characterization using one or more of the techniques listed above.
• Ability to perform hands-on lab work on a daily basis, work with chemicals, perform physical tasks including walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, lifting, carrying and transporting objects.
• Analytical method development/validation capability.
• Strong written/verbal communication; able to manage multiple priorities and adapt to change.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience supporting lab operations and continuous improvement.
• Strong instrument maintenance/troubleshooting/repair experience with automated titration systems and UV-Vis instruments.
• Experience with complimentary analytical techniques (NMR, FTIR, ICP, XRF, etc.)
Desired behaviors:
• Must be self-motivated, organized, detail oriented, and capable of routinely working in a high demand environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, including proper handling of hot objects and hazardous chemicals, to ensure a safe work environment for all.
• Work effectively with others and demonstrate a positive teamwork approach, regularly interface with internal customers.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $68,000-$78,000 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)
- 401-K Match
About us
- 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.
- Syensqo 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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