At DuPont, the Senior Chemist role involves providing technical leadership in specialty adhesive technologies used in industrial bonding applications. This position requires connecting formulation chemistry with mechanical performance, manufacturing processes, and customer needs to solve complex challenges and drive product growth. Key responsibilities include serving as a subject matter expert for solvent-borne polymer-based systems, conducting mechanical testing, supporting manufacturing plants, leading failure analyses, engaging directly with customers, and collaborating cross-functionally within R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Chemistry or related field with extensive industry experience, along with expertise in adhesive formulation chemistry, polymer systems, and mechanical testing. Preferred qualifications include hands-on process design and technology transfer experience, familiarity with quality systems, and customer-facing technical roles. This role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work across various environments including laboratories, manufacturing sites, and offices, with periodic travel required.
Skills
Chemistry
Polymer Science
Adhesives
Polymers
Coatings
Elastomers
Mechanical Testing
Quality Systems
Root Cause Analysis
Change Management
Technical Communication
Process Troubleshooting
Manufacturing Support
Customer-Facing Technical Support
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Documentation
Scale-Up
Technology Transfer
What you'll do
Serve as a subject matter expert in specialty adhesives and solvent-borne polymer-based bonding systems.
Design and interpret mechanical tests to assess adhesive performance and link lab results to real-world applications.
Provide technical support to manufacturing plants, improving process robustness and manufacturability.
Lead advanced failure analyses for customer issues and define corrective actions with cross-functional teams.
Engage directly with customers to address complex technical challenges and translate needs into product improvements.
What we're looking for
PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field with 3+ years of industry experience.
Significant experience in adhesives, polymers, coatings, elastomers, or related materials technologies.
Strong foundation in adhesive formulation chemistry and polymer systems.
Proven ability to solve complex technical problems across multiple disciplines.
Experience working directly with manufacturing plants for process troubleshooting.
Demonstrated expertise in mechanical testing and performance evaluation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer interaction.
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Employer
About Dupont
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. is a leading American multinational specialty chemicals and materials science company.
Remote (Usa - New Jersey - Rahway, US)16 days ago
$117,000–$184,200
GMP
ICH
CMC
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Financial Forecasting
Risk Assessment
Analytical Method Development
Chromatography
Mass Spectrometry
PAT
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Chemical Biology
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Flow Cytometry
Data-Driven Decision Making
Operational Excellence