Positions

Material Scientist

PolyGone is seeking a full-time Material Scientist to enhance our filtration’s efficacy and advance lab analysis protocols. 

Job Description:

Application Deadline: 01/01/2026

Your Responsibilities:

  • Optimize analysis protocols for water samples

  • Lead the research of filter advancement in terms of composition and geometry, and conduct verification tests

  • Work with the research team and external collaborators to collect and analyze sample data

  • Work with external collaborators for publications

  • Participate in client meetings for technical support

  • Develop a data collection and sharing protocol to consolidate data with other researchers in the field

Hard Requirements: 

  • An advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) 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 )

  • Work authorization for the United States

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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Microplastic Lab Analyst

We are seeking a Microplastic Lab Analyst to support our research efforts.

This role focuses on assisting with microplastic sample collection and analysis, providing hands-on support to enhance our filtration’s efficacy, and maintaining lab analysis protocols under the supervision of the lead scientist. You are expected to start the role no later than June 1st, 2026.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Assist the lead scientist in microplastic sample collection and analysis

  • Support the R&D team in the development and testing of our proprietary filter material in terms of composition and geometry

  • Produce detailed lab reports of all analysis results for internal review and documentation

  • Work with external collaborators for publications

  • Attend meetings with the client for technical support

  • Participate in site visits for sample collection, installation support, and system monitoring

  • Help implement the data collection and sharing protocol to consolidate data with other researchers in the field

Hard Requirements: 

  • A bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bio-engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Material Science, or Environmental Engineering

  • Recent graduate or 1-3 years of experience 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, 1 recommendation letter required

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

  • Have work authorization to work in the USA

  • Must be able to start on June 1st 2026; an earlier starting date is preferred

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.

APPLY NOW

Microplastic Lab Assistant (CO-OP)

We are seeking a Microplastic Lab Assistant (CO-OP) to support our research efforts. Applicants must be currently enrolled students.

This role focuses on assisting with microplastic sample collection and analysis, providing hands-on support to enhance our filtration’s efficacy, and maintaining lab analysis protocols under the supervision of the lead scientist. You are expected to start the role no later than February 1st, 2026.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Assist the lead scientist in microplastic sample collection and analysis

  • Support the R&D team in the development and testing of our proprietary filter material in terms of composition and geometry

  • Produce detailed lab reports of all analysis results for internal review and documentation

  • Work with external collaborators for publications

  • Attend meetings with the client for technical support

  • Participate in site visits for sample collection, installation support, and system monitoring

  • Help implement the data collection and sharing protocol to consolidate data with other researchers in the field

Hard Requirements: 

  • Current enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Polymer Chemistry, Material Science, or Environmental Engineering

  • At least 2 semesters of experience 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, 1 recommendation letter required

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

  • Have work authorization to work in the USA

  • Must be able to start on February 1st 2026; an earlier starting date is preferred

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.

APPLY NOW