Senior Polymer Chemist

Job overview

The Senior Polymer Chemist position is onsite in Fullerton, CA, with a salary of $120,000–$130,000 per year. The chemist reports to the Head of Research and Development and supports Verde Bioresins’ development of sustainable biopolymer technology to reduce plastic waste. The role formulates and tests bio-based polymers and additives, analyzes experimental results, and supports resin development from research through product development and manufacturing. It also contributes technical guidance, customer trials, commercialization support, and collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

What you'll do

• Formulate and test bio-based polymers and additives
• characterize materials and analyze experimental results
• advise on polymer processing, structure, and property relationships
• support PolyEarthylene resin development and manufacturing
• conduct laboratory experiments and troubleshooting
• prepare technical reports and presentations
• support sales opportunities and commercialization
• work with external partners
• support customer trials with occasional travel of 5–10%.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior polymer chemist

polymer science

bio-based polymers

research and development

laboratory testing

materials science

fullerton ca

verde bioresins

customer trials

5–10% travel

$120k–$130k

sustainable materials

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

The posting specifies 5–10% travel and seeks a Ph.D. or master’s degree in a related field, along with polymer testing and manufacturing-process knowledge.

About the employer

Verde Bioresins, Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing. Sector: 32.