Polymer Synthesis Chemist

Job Description

Job Description

We are an emerging technology company hiring A+ players only . As a fast-growing venture-backed advanced materials manufacturer of protective coatings, DetraPel is looking to expand its team to support hyper growth during this next chapter. Previously featured on ABC’s Shark Tank, DetraPel manufactures non-toxic, PFAS-free functional barrier coatings for industrial and consumer applications in Textiles, Paper & Food Packaging, and Contract Aerosol Manufacturing.

The Polymer Synthesis Chemist role is a full-time, in-person position focused on designing, synthesizing, and scaling bio-based and non-bio-based polymers that meet target barrier and durability requirements. You will own polymer platform development, design and execute lab-scale polymerizations, design and execute characterization and testing, translate results into application-ready formulations, and lead cross-functional work with Applications, Formulation, Operations, and Manufacturing to move programs from lab to pilot to production. You will mentor junior team members and drive continuous improvement.

Compensation :

$125,000 - $140,000 yearly

Responsibilities : Your Day To Day :

Polymer Design and Synthesis (40%)

• Design and execute polymerizations, including controlled, free radical, step growth, and core-shell approaches.
• Select monomers, crosslinkers, surfactants, catalysts, and additives to meet cost, safety, and performance targets.
• Own reaction planning, setup, feeds, in-process monitoring, and post-processing.
• Maintain detailed batch records and author clear SOPs.

Characterization and Data Analysis (20%)

Formulation and Application Transfer (25%)

Process Optimization and Scale Up (10%)

Safety, Quality, and Lab Operations (5%)

Qualifications :

About Company

DetraPel is the leading provider of performance coatings for various industrial and consumer verticals. We specialize in developing plastic-free, PFAS-free (100% fluorine-free) coatings that provide superior performance without sacrificing sustainability. DetraPel's brands create products for diverse markets, including paper, food packaging, textiles, and healthcare. Our technologies enhance the durability, resistance, and performance of various substrates while still maintaining recyclability, composability, and reliability.

Benefits :