At DuPont, we are working on things that matter; whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. If you would like to be a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is the company for you! We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate(1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization. **WHY JOIN US?** **Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter!** Have the **Opportunity** to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results. Get to **Experience** a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all! Get to know our **Purpose** and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live. This hiring initiative represents an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic empowered R&D team that applies an understanding of fibers, fiber surfaces, fiber finishes, fabric treatments, polymer science, ingredient chemistry, fiber physical testing and analytical chemistry. **Primary Responsibilities:** As **Sr. Scientist** , the successful candidate will develop into the technical guardian of fiber and fabric surface treatments including fiber finishes and fabric repellency topical treatments. He or she will define, lead, and execute technical programs focused on fiber surfaces, based on a strong understanding of fundamental scientific principles, improved manufacturing, with a strong understanding of the changing regulatory landscape. They are active members of the broader global technology community within Water & Protection and DuPont and maintain strong connections with chemical suppliers. More specifically, responsibilities include, but are not limited to: + Developing into the technology guardian for fiber spin finishes and fabric repellency treatments that are used in the manufacturing processes. + Defining, leading, and executing product and process research and development programs related to the improvement of surface properties of fibers including oil and water repellency, adhesion, and fiber processing. + Conducting experimental work and directing experimental work of technical associates assigned to programs. + Summarizing and recommending path-forwards based on experimental results. + Participating in cross-functional teams, technical and non-technical teams. + Partnering with scientists and other engineers to scale processes to commercial production. + Partnering with product stewardship and toxicologists to identify needs based on the changing regulatory environment and developing programs related to these regulatory needs. + Partnering with external vendors to identify new chemistries key to programs and working with internal team to develop plans for testing. + Writing and communicating technical reports and presentations + Managing intellectual property (IP); understanding relevant IP and competitive landscapes and actively developing new IP. This job may require travel up to 25% of work time. **Qualifications:** + **PhD in Chemistry** + Strong knowledge in surface science and fiber surfaces. + Understanding of chemical principles to be applied to surface modification and fiber properties. + Understanding of fiber adhesion to resins. + Understanding of analytical techniques used to study organic formulations, fiber surfaces, adhesion, and wetting phenomena. + 2-5+ years professional experience, including experience at industrial scale is a plus. **Competencies (required)** + Conceptual, analytical, and strategic thinking + Fundamental scientific approach to problem solving + Intellectual curiosity and personal drive for continuous learning + Creativity, hands on, pragmatism + Innovative and entrepreneurial initiative + Excellent communication, networking, coaching and influential skills + Strong collaboration capacity Join our Talent Community (http://careers.dupont.com/us/en/jointalentcommunity) to stay connected with us! DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (http://www.dupont.com/global-links/accessibility.html) . _(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. _ _For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s_ _announcement (http://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html) ._