Career Opportunities: Research Analyst (29927)

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:
Self-motivated, detail-oriented and capable of routinely working in a testing environment

Excellent organizational skills, demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills, works well in a team and demonstrates ability to interface with internal customers

Prioritizes a safe working environment and strives to work safely and protect the safety of others

Experience in polymer characterization or must be able to obtain the appropriate technical skills and knowledge to perform materials testing

Interest in seeking solutions to technical challenges, with a demonstrated ability to solve problems

We count on you for: 

Safely perform a variety of routine and complex physical-mechanical tests and produce reliable and precise data to support R&D and QC customers

Perform tests, record test results, report data into LIMS system and communicate with internal customers

Understand quality system requirements, such as ISO 17025. Strictly follow ASTM and ISO standards for physical-mechanical testing and reporting

Prepare samples for testing as required by test methods. Perform work with accuracy and in accordance with established procedures

Keep lab equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance and maintaining log books

Perform all work activities in a safe and timely manner. Proactively identify safety related items that need to be corrected or improved and initiate appropriate actions. Participates in safety audits and safety meetings; closes open audit action items in a timely manner

Follow both written and verbal instructions. Provide full, complete, and accurate documentation of all work as required by LTMs, SOPs and company policies and procedures

Provide technical support to Quality, Operations, Marketing and Sales. Support testing labs at other Syensqo’s facilities. Perform 5S and housekeeping duties as required. Routinely maintains and cleans laboratory facilities and equipment

Maximize technical activities to improve efficiencies and minimize backlog / workload

Complete routine work without supervision. Complete complex work under limited supervision

Participate in lab alignment initiatives as well as proficiency testing to demonstrate testing competencies

Overtime (over 40 hrs./work week) may be required

Perform other duties as assigned

You can count on us for: 

An opportunity to view all aspects of cutting-edge polymer development and processing

Work alongside scientists and engineers with different backgrounds to solve a problems and influence the development cycle

Observe and evaluate the entire life cycle of a polymer, beginning at the inception all the way to the analysis of final, end-use applications. Generate testing results that are critical for understanding not only the nature of the polymers but also for driving development, increasing process efficiency and addressing customer challenges

Highly stimulating workload, with a variety of different sample types, materials, challenges, applications and analysis techniques

An opportunity to become an expert in polymer characterization, a critical resource for the development of new polymer materials and technology

You will bring:

Required Education BS degree in Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering/science.

Previous experience in mechanical testing or materials testing is a plus

Must be self-motivated, detail-oriented and capable of routinely working in a testing environment

You will get:

Competitive salary and benefits package

The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $60,000 to $70,000 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 language courses (24 languages available)

Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information: (Indicate any additional information that you would like to include in the job posting: travel requirements, remote working, schedule, LinkedIn tags, etc.)

No possibility for remote work. Requires 40 hrs/week at Syensqo Alpharetta Facility.
 

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.
• As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.

#Middle

#LI-onsite 

 #LI-DR1