About the Role
The Material Research team is seeking a Polymer Chemist to develop new polymers for our next-generation non-PFAS membranes. This role will focus on advancing Gore’s polymer synthesis capabilities through a deep understanding of the polymerization-structure-property relationships that govern membrane performance. This position is ideally suited for a scientifically rigorous, commercially minded researcher who thrives at the intersection of polymer chemistry, material science, process development, and application-driven performance.
This is a temporary position for 9 months and will be located in Putzbrunn, Munich with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.
Responsibilities
- Plan and execute application-focused research to advance our understanding of high-value polymers for internal partners.
- Design, synthesize, and characterize polymers at lab scale.
- Establish relationships between polymerization processes, polymer structure, material properties, and performance.
- Establish specifications for monomer and solvent purity requirements and validate scalability of polymerization recipes.
- Develop new concepts for monomer selection and polymerization processes.
- Document and communicate results through technical reports and presentations.
- Help translate lab-scale polymerization concepts into scalable, commercially viable polymer synthesis processes. This includes collaborating with external partners and development teams across regions (EMEA and the US) to share knowledge and accelerate development.
Required Qualifications
- PhD in Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Organic Chemistry, or related discipline.
- Demonstrated expertise in polymer design, synthesis, and characterization (NMR, FTIR, Raman, GPC, DSC, TGA).
- Hands-on experience in polymer synthesis, preferably including step-growth polymerizations and scale-up beyond bench scale.
- Deep understanding of polymerization–structure–property relationships.
Desired Qualifications
- Familiarity with adjacent fields such as surface science.
- Knowledge of the rheology of polymer solutions.
What We Offer
Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
