PVDC Researcher

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.

We are looking for a PVDC Researcher

Position overview:
The Scientist is responsible for leading research and innovation projects and supporting plant
manufacturing requests that support product development for Syensqo Specialty Polymers for
high growth markets.

Performance objectives:
- Demonstrating strong technical depth in material science (physico-chemistry) to ensure the
product development activities are technically rigorous and additionally in the area of radical
polymerization of vinyl monomers. An experience in polymers processing or in organic
chemistry activities is a plus.
- Assisting in the review and monitoring of patent/scientific literature relevant to our
products/technology. Bring innovative idea and point of view to enlarge tuning of our portfolio
products
-Leading in the scale-up of recipes from research to commercial scale working in close
collaboration with Process Technology, HSE and Manufacturing Functions.

● Providing technical support to improve the current products and technologies in close
collaboration with Process Technology and Manufacturing Functions.
● Demonstrating Project Management skills
● Working with Sales/Marketing/Customer Technical Development, Customers, and
Suppliers to support the development of new products.
● Providing technical support to on-going plant operations and help for problem solving

Added value for the candidate:
● Opportunity to develop new products in the field of specialty polymers in applications with
challenging performance is required
● Possibility to interact with different background scientific person to enlarge and develop our
polymer portfolio
● The candidates will bring other scientific knowledge to continue to develop new product by
taking always innovative and challenging routes

Qualifications and requirements: 
● Ph.D. in Material Science preferably in Polymer Chemistry or related fields. Additional
background in organic chemistry or polymer processing is a plus.
● Experience in the development of Materials for advanced applications as in high barrier
materials or high performance packaging
● 0-3 years experience

Desired skills: 
● Technical depth in the fields of material sciences ( physics and chemistry), in polymer
chemistry or processing or organic chemistry
● Passion for Science, Creativity, open mindedness
Desired behaviors: (list the main soft skills, for the success in the role but for the future within the Group in general.
Maximum 5)
● Problem-solving skills with high focus on the final achievement
● Leadership, aAbility to work in a team environment and cross functional groups

● Autonomy and organizational skills

Additional information:
● Fluent English, and as a plus fluent French,
● Daily work
● Possibility of 1 day of home office after a training period in presence in laboratory
(around 6 months)

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.