Senior R&D Scientist, Chromatography Materials

Job Description

Based in Little Falls, Delaware, this R&D team is part of the Chemistries and Supplies Division (CSD), focusing on developing advanced silica and polymer particle technologies for chromatography and biopharma and pharmaceutical applications.

We’re seeking a Senior R&D Scientist with deep technical expertise in this field to drive innovation, solve complex, high-impact technical challenges, and influence long-term technology strategy across the division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical lead to drive innovations across chromatography, biopharma and pharma consumables
• Independently initiate, design, and execute complex silica or polymer particle synthesis, particle manufacture and surface functionalization, applying advanced analytical and materials characterization techniques
• Lead or make significant contributions to major, high-visibility R&D projects. Provide expert guidance to R&D, manufacturing, and cross-functional partners
• Provide leadership in technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing, ensuring robustness, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and reproducibility of polymer particle processes from lab-scale prototypes to full production
• Act as an internal consultant and escalation point for solving critical, high-impact product, process, or materials issues that exceed standard R&D or manufacturing capabilities
• Help define and influence long-term technology strategies and roadmaps for silica or polymer particle technologies aligned with CSD and Agilent business objectives
• Prepare and deliver high-impact technical presentations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions
• Lead and contribute to intellectual property generation, including invention disclosures and patent applications
• Function as a technical mentor, trainer, and functional lead, strengthening scientific capability and technical excellence across the organization

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors Degree in Polymer or Organic chemistry, Materials Science or Chemical Engineering
• 8+ years of relevant experience with demonstrated depth and breadth of expertise across polymer/organic synthesis, polymeric particle manufacturing, surface functionalization, and materials characterization techniques
• Working knowledge of the chromatography and biopharma applications
  
  

Desired:

• Ph.D. or Masters in related field
• Proven track record of solving complex, high-impact technical problems and delivering innovative solutions
• Extensive experience leading multidisciplinary technical efforts and developing new product or technology strategies
• Strong communication skills, capable of influencing and translating complex technical concepts into clear, business-relevant insights

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least October 26, 2026 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $146,640.00 - $229,125.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required:

Occasional

Shift:

Day

Duration:

No End Date

Job Function:

R&D