Senior Polymer Scientist (Polyurethanes)

Confidential

Full-time Scientific / QA
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Location
johannesburg, johannesburg, South-Africa
Posted
July 27, 2026

Job Description

What you'll be doing Develop and optimise polyurethane formulations Lead R&D projects from concept to commercialisation Provide technical support to customers and internal teams Troubleshoot product and application challenges Drive innovation and sustainability initiatives Support product launches and customer implementation Mentor and develop technical team members What you'll need BSc in Chemistry or Polymer Science Postgraduate qualification (MSc/PhD) advantageous Minimum 5 years experience in polymer science or polyurethane R&D Strong background in formulation and product development Experience with rigid foams, CASE or related applications advantageous Proven ability to manage technical projects Strong understanding of polyurethane chemistry Analytical and problem-solving skills Customer-focused with strong communication abilities Ability to manage multiple projects Commercial awareness and solution-driven mindset What is in it for you Permanent position Competitive market related...