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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Application Development Researcher - **Company:** Syensqo - **Location:** Alpharetta, GA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $68,000.0 - $78,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Software Engineering - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/0BAE19BB9B7744379259CAFF0D9C2CF9/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or polymer engineering or equivalent applicable technical degree (Preferred). * Experience in a technical position working with polymers: knowledge of polymer physics, material selection, and processing. * Minimum 2+ years of technical experience performing basic set-up and troubleshooting of processing equipment, preferably in a laboratory setting. * Experience with thermoplastic molding and/or thermoplastic extrusion equipment. * Elastomer processing is a plus. * Familiarity with polymer processing topics: equipment, theory, typical practices, etc. * Ability to design and prototype in various laboratory configurations, demonstrating strong visualization skills and mechanical aptitude * Ability to leverage and coordinate resources and team expertise as needed to execute projects * Ability to negotiate workflow and priorities for multiple independent projects * High attention to detail and ability to work meticulously to observe and adjust processes and experiments as they progress ## Description * The Application Development Labs (ADL) team collaboratively supports Syensqo's commercial and R&I organizations by developing deeper technical understanding of customer applications and translating Syensqo materials into demonstrated performance and adoption. * To fulfill its mission, the team is looking for a motivated processing researcher to work closely with a team of engineers and scientists to develop and evaluate processing methods for various end-use applications. * As a processing researcher, you will oversee experimental planning, execution, and sample preparation through means of thermoplastic molding, thermoplastic extrusion, elastomer processing, and similar related processing methodologies. * This role emphasizes open communication, development of expertise across multiple processing operations, and testing / data analysis to support multiple teams throughout Syensqo. * You will work in a multidisciplinary network across ADL, R&I/Product Development, Customer Technical Development (CTD), and Frontline commercial teams. We count on you for: You will be at the forefront of creating and providing exceptional technical expertise. Main responsibilities include: * Collaboration with ADL engineers, R&I / Product Development scientists, Customer Technical Development (CTD) engineers, and Researchers to design and execute experiments and test methods for various products, process development, application/market specific testing, and prototyping activities. Execution of judgment in resolving issues or in making recommendations. * Operation of thermoplastic and/or elastomer processing equipment independently, reliably, and safely. * Effective communication of experimental results to stakeholders, both written and verbally. * Documentation of results, data entry into relevant systems, and timely closure of requests. * Independent solving of routine problems following established procedures. * Organization, management, and analysis of data (calculations, correlations, etc.), and drawing conclusions. * Performing basic set-up, troubleshooting, and maintenance of laboratory, process, or fabrication equipment. * Demonstration of safe laboratory working practices and confidentiality tenets with a focus on continuous improvement. * Participation in safety audits and safety meetings; closes open audit action items in a timely manner. ## Related Videos - [Quantum DevOps - Enabling Industrial Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100282-quantum-devops-enabling-industrial-engineering) - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [The Avengers Initiative (Practical Ethics for Software Engineers)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2070-the-avengers-initiative-practical-ethics-for-software-engineers) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Official Opening of WeAreDevelopers World Congress 2026](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100000-official-opening-of-wearedevelopers-world-congress-2026) - [The Innovation Formula: Fast Prototyping, Data Analysis, and Real User Insights](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1421-the-innovation-formula-fast-prototyping-data-analysis-and-real-user-insights) ## Related Articles - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers)