Senior Scientist

MRA Recruiting Services

Springboro, OH

JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Adhesives, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Construction, Dental Insurance, Electronics, Human Resources, Leadership, Life Insurance, Manufacturing, Material Science, Mentoring, Patents, Polymers, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Publications, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Research & Development (R&D), Retirement Plan, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Support
LOCATION
Springboro, OH
POSTED
6 days ago
Senior Scientist – New Technology Team Lead
Company: Sunstar Engineering Americas, an MRA Member
Location: Springboro, OH
Full-Time

Sunstar Engineering is a global leader in adhesives, sealants, and coatings serving automotive, construction, and electronics markets. With over 95 years of innovation, we are focused on developing the next generation of materials and technologies. Our New Technology Team in R&D identifies and builds breakthrough ideas that will shape Sunstar’s future.

About the Role
We are looking for a hands-on scientist ready to take the next step into leadership.

In this role, you will lead from the lab while mentoring a small team. You will drive your own research projects while guiding a team of 4 scientists and technicians (5 total including you), helping turn new ideas into real technologies that support Sunstar’s long-term growth.

This role is ideal for someone who:
• Has early industry experience (typically 3–8 years)
• Enjoys solving complex technical problems
• Is ready to begin leading people while staying hands-on

What You’ll Do
• Lead hands-on research in advanced materials and new technologies
• Guide and mentor a small team (4 direct reports)
• Develop new ideas with long-term business impact
• Collaborate with product development, manufacturing, and business teams
• Communicate results clearly and move projects forward
• Contribute to Sunstar’s global innovation efforts

What We’re Looking For
Required:

• Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in polymer science, materials science, chemistry, or related field
• 3–8 years of industry or applied research experience
• Strong problem-solving skills and creativity in research
• Interest in mentoring and developing others
• Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas

Preferred:
• Experience with adhesives, coatings, sealants, or polymers
• Experience leading projects or mentoring others
• Track record of innovation (patents, products, publications)

Benefits
What’s in it for you?
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

We Make it Easy

Founded in 1901, MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4,000 employers, covering more than one million employees.

As one of the largest employer associations in the nation, MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services, information, education, and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.

We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company, not an agency recruiter.

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MRA Recruiting Services

HR Recruiting Services

"The Right Fit. Right Hire. Right Now."

 

HR Recruiting is a diverse national employment firm provider of HR solutions and a leading provider of direct-hire, permanent and contract placements.

We take pride in the quality of service we provide to our clients and job seekers.  Building personal relationships with them, providing valuable advice, making sure we are responsive to their needs, being helpful and staying proactive.

We invite you to learn more about our practices to identify services that will help improve your company's performance in our "Employers Section" and let us know how we can assist you.

For our job seekers , please  go to our "Job Seekers" page and tell us about your interest and visit our "Career Page" to review our opened positions and apply.

 

COMPANY SIZE
1 to 9 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.hrrecruitingservices.com/