Senior R&D Scientist

Job Title: Senior R&D Scientist

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About the Company:

Our client is a cleantech company that specializes in disruptive renewable plant-based chemistry, materials and products. Our client sources sustainable, new carbon materials such as plants and biomass to develop a variety of products. Their mission is to close the loop on unsustainable goods for good.

Position Summary:

The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in the development of stable PU foam formulations to facilitate product development for commercial production. The Senior R&D Scientist will be responsible for the execution of pre-formulation, formulation experiments; assisting in product scale-up, developmental stability testing and technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing. The scientist will have an opportunity to participate in all stages of projects from the initial planning to product launch.

Responsibilities:

• Development of new polyurethane flexible foam formulations using a methodical approach
  

• Optimize existing polyurethane formulations to target desired mechanical properties and manufacturing process requirements
  

• Troubleshooting experiments, analyze technical data and documents and provide project updates and recommendations to the project leader
  

• Assist in technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing if needed
  

• Sourcing of innovative renewable raw materials for formulation development and building and maintaining relationships with vendors
  

• Ensures that all work is performed in compliance with the applicable SOPs, cGMP, GLP and established Safe Work Practices (SWP)
  

• Sourcing of innovative renewable raw materials for formulation development and building and maintaining relationships with vendors
  

• Review the compilation, evaluation, interpretation and reporting of experimental results to ensure the objectives of each project are met
  

• Evaluate prospective literature, procedures and protocols to determine technical feasibility and project scope
  

• Collaborate with external partners, such as universities and research centers, to achieve project goals
  

Requirements

Required Education:

• Minimum of Master degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science or related scientific discipline.
  

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum 5-10 years of hands-on industrial experience with polyurethane foam formulations
  

• End use experience such as developing foams for footwear, automotive, seating or bedding applications is a bonus
  

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
  

• Able to work with minimal supervision and maintaining good and effective communication with internal stakeholders.
  

• Possess a methodical approach to scientific research and product development
  

• Ability to work collaboratively as a key part of a diverse team
  

• Time management with the ability to maintain focus on productive tasks to be completed within specified timelines
  

• Attention to detail with clear and complete documentation skills
  

• Flexible with the ability to adapt, respond quickly and manage change in a fast-paced environment.