Position: Lab Scientist

We’re looking for a Lab Scientist to boost our media’s efficacy and advance lab analysis protocols that power real-world impact.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Optimize & standardize analysis protocols for water samples

  • Lead R&D on filter media composition & geometry; design/run verification tests

  • Collaborate with our research team & external partners to collect, manage, and analyze data

  • Co-author technical reports & publications with collaborators

  • Join client meetings to provide clear, technical support

  • Build a data collection & sharing framework to align methods across the field

Hard Requirements: 

  • An advanced degree (Ph.D) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Polymer Chemistry, Material Science, or Environmental Engineering

  • 5+ years working in a wet lab

  • Excellent communication skills, with English language speaking, writing, and presentation skills being a must.

  • Prior work experience in a research-track position, 2 recommendation letters required

  • Work on-site in our lab in New Brunswick, NJ (car ownership highly recommended )

  • Have work authorization to work in the USA

  • Leadership Qualities

    • We encourage young professionals to be leaders in their early careers. We look for individuals who have the ambition, passion, and ability to guide the R&D of PolyGone. We want to work with someone who not only focuses on their own work but also can offer insights into general business development.

  • Personalities

    • Skills and experience are not the only qualities that we look for in PolyGone. We want to be able to develop a trusting working relationship. Here are some qualities that we highly value:

      • High-energy and optimistic, Funny (sometimes goofy), Responsible, Diligent, Efficient, Proactive, Quick and clear in communications, Passionate about the mission

What do we offer:

  • Competitive salary subject to experience and qualifications

  • Work authorization support

  • Fringe benefits include health insurance, vision & dental insurance, and 401(k)

  • Opportunities to learn about and become involved in marketing strategies, early-stage fundraising processes, and transforming design and technology into commercialized products

  • Access to the gym on the premises, unlimited snacks, team meals, annual team excursions, and more!

How to apply:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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