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PolyGone is hiring world-class engineers, scientists, designers, and thinkers to help build novel systems to put an end to microplastic pollution and shape the future of water treatment.

We believe the future can be radically better than the past. That a small group of passionate, talented people can change the world for the better. We are looking for kindred spirits: creative, curious, and committed individuals who want to build a generational company at the forefront of technology and design.

Open Positions

  • PolyGone is hiring a Full-Time Lab Scientist (Microplastics & Water Treatment)

    Full-Time Lab Scientist Description:

    Application Deadline: 10/15/2025

    Who are we: 

    PolyGone is transforming the $200B water treatment industry with the first scalable solution for microplastic pollution. There is an urgent need to remove microplastics that contaminate over 90% of drinking and wastewater sources, exposing billions of people to their toxic chemical additives. PolyGone has developed a patented filtration media that passively captures <1 mm microplastics from treatment effluents, reservoirs, and rivers, achieving a 98% lab removal efficiency. Within 2 years, we have launched the world’s first industrial microplastic treatment pilot, set to capture 580M+ microplastics annually. As a seed-stage venture-backed startup, we are scaling our proprietary system and deploying pilots across North America. We are now hiring a Mechanical Engineer to join our founding team and help us build a world-class company from the ground up.

    What is the role?

    We are seeking a Lab Scientist to boost our media’s efficacy and advance lab analysis protocols that power real-world impact.. You are expected to start the role no later than February 1st, 2026.

    Your Responsibilities:

    • Optimize & standardize analysis protocols for water samples

    • Lead R&D on filter media composition & geometry; design/run verification tests

    • Collaborate with our research team & external partners to collect, manage, and analyze data

    • Co-author technical reports & publications with collaborators

    • Join client meetings to provide clear, technical support

    • Build a data collection & sharing framework to align methods across the field

    Hard Requirements: 

    • An advanced degree (Ph.D) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Polymer Chemistry, Material Science, or Environmental Engineering

    • 5+ years working in a wet lab

    • Excellent communication skills, with English language speaking, writing, and presentation skills being a must.

    • Prior work experience in a research-track position, 2 recommendation letters required

    • Work on-site in our lab in New Brunswick, NJ (car ownership highly recommended )

    • Strong hands-on experience for assembly and troubleshooting

    • Have work authorization to work in the USA

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