Material Development Chemist

Summary of role:

We are seeking a collaborative technical leader and subject matter expert in elastomer materials to help drive innovation and development in material selection, formulation, characterization, scale-up, and manufacturing. In this role, you will serve as the primary materials contact for cross-functional regional teams-including marketing, engineering, and manufacturing-and will be responsible for delivering innovative, technically differentiated solutions that meet regulatory standards and advance our material capabilities.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

* Lead material-related initiatives that support strategic business segments and address diverse customer needs.

* Guide research and development (R&D) efforts in alignment with business strategies and technology roadmaps.

* Collaborate with customers and internal teams to translate requirements into material specifications; develop rubber formulations and conduct experiments to validate performance.

* Apply scientific principles to deliver innovative, high-value solutions.

* Formulate new materials, coatings, and polymers to address industry challenges and create new market opportunities.

* Analyze test data and provide recommendations on material selection, compounding, molding, testing, regulatory compliance, and vendor sourcing.

* Partner with manufacturing teams to support compounding, prototyping, and molding processes.

* Stay informed about global regulatory standards and work closely with compliance teams.

* Work collaboratively with vendors and customers to resolve technical material issues.

* Provide technical support across departments and manage projects effectively, fostering an inclusive and respectful team environment.

* Collaborate with global R&D teams across APAC, EMEA, and the Americas

Education and Experience:

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, materials engineering, biochemical engineering, or related field.

* Strong background in rubber compounding and elastomeric materials.

* Familiarity with fillers and reinforced composites.

* Skilled in statistical design and experimental data analysis.

* Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

* 10+ years of relevant experience in elastomer or advanced material development.

* MS or PhD in a related discipline.

* Deep expertise in rubber chemistry, thermoplastics, physics, DOE, and performance testing.

* Experience with elastomeric formulations for dynamic applications.

* Strong understanding of structure-property relationships in materials.

Competencies:

* Ability to manage multiple priorities using effective prioritization to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

* Exceptional communication skills.

* Technology savvy and awareness

* Critical thinking

* Consensus building

* Effective consulting

* Agile, quick learner

Application:

Last application date: 2026-3-7

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