Advanced R&D Engineer​/Scientist

Job Summary
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Solstice Advanced Materials is a leading global specialty materials company that advances science for smarter outcomes. The Data Scientist will play a critical role in research and development by applying statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to enhance understanding of advanced materials and contribute to innovative products.

Responsibilities
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• Analyze large datasets using statistical and machine learning techniques to identify trends, patterns, and relationships the discovery and manufacturing of advanced materials.

• Develop predictive models to enhance material performance characteristics and to evaluate the effects of different variables on material properties.

• Collaborate with chemists, material scientists, and engineers to understand their data needs and provide solutions that drive product development.

• Work with stakeholders across the organization to communicate analytical findings and influence decision-making processes.

• Investigate and implement state-of-the-art data science techniques to solve complex problems related to advanced materials.

• Conduct literature reviews to stay updated on the latest advancements in materials science and data analytics.

• Design, build, and maintain data pipelines and databases to collect, store, and process experimental and analytical data efficiently.

• Ensure data integrity and perform regular data quality checks to maintain reliable datasets.

• Create robust visualizations that effectively communicate insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Prepare detailed reports and presentations summarizing analytical results and recommendations.

Qualifications
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Required
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• Master’s or Ph.D. in Data Science, Materials Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in data analysis or data science roles, within material science or engineering domain.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and familiarity with data manipulation libraries.

• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization techniques.

• Experience with data visualization tools or packages (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Origin, matplotlib, seaborn) and databases (e.g., SQL, No

SQL).

• Due to compliance with US export control laws and regulations, candidate must be a US person, which is defined as, a US citizen, a US permanent resident, or have protected status in the US under asylum or refugee status.

Preferred
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• Deep knowledge of advanced materials, including polymer science, nanomaterials, ceramics, metals, small molecules and formulations, or composites.

• Familiarity with experimental methods in materials characterization and testing.

• Familiarity with chemical manufacturing processes, process modeling, and process optimization.

• Excellent problem-solving abilities and critical thinking skills.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging with technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Continuous learning within the field of data science and materials science.

Company
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Solstice Advanced Materials is a global leader in refrigerants, semiconductor materials, protective fibers, and healthcare packaging. Founded in 2025, the company is headquartered in Morris Plains, USA, with a team of  employees. The company is currently Late Stage.