Researcher

Syensqo is all about chemistry. Were 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 your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planets beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for: Researcher

Based in Niagara Falls CANADA

A motivated team member who will work collaboratively with a team of scientists to support the Research & Innovation and Business Development activities of the Phosphorus Specialties business.

We count on you to:

• Performing tasks safely and maintaining an organized and safe work environment for self and others
• Assisting in the daily routine or non-routine operations of the laboratory
• Following company policies and procedures as well as complying with all applicable safety regulations
• Participating in site safety programs including inspections audits observations and safety meetings while completing all training as scheduled
• Supporting new product introduction projects and process scale-up campaigns
• Applying wet chemistry techniques in the synthesis of new or existing products
• Handling air sensitive pyrophoric and other hazardous chemicals in a safe manner using established procedures
• Recording interpreting and reporting experimental results in an electronic lab notebook platform
• Communicating and formalizing test results in the form of technical and/or monthly reports
• Monitoring lab chemical inventory and replenishing supplies as required
• Coordinating various aspects of samples and/or orders including preparing and packaging samples for shipping and delivery to customers
• Liaising with other departments in their activities to meet team goals (e.g. Operations Maintenance Engineering etc.)
• Performing other assigned duties with little or no supervision

You can count on us for:

• Providing a safe collaborative and supportive work environment within Syensqos Research & Innovation team
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A commitment to safety regulations and procedures

You will bring:

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Chemistry a related field or equivalent relevant work experience
• Safe work habits and ability to work effectively with others
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience in synthetic chemistry
• Knowledge of lab testing and instrumentation
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Salesforce and SAP is considered an asset
• Certification in TDG IATA and IMDG
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The Canadian annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $86400 to $108000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate such as skills experience qualifications etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted 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 well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

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 13000 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.

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