Part Time Data Analyst R Programming Jobs in Houston, TX

Champion gas chromatography (GC) and advanced hyphenated techniques (e.g., GCxGC, GC-VUV, GC-MS) for R&D and business applications.
Solve complex analytical challenges in the energy and chemical industry using advanced chromatographic methods, in combination with complementary analytical techniques (e.g., liquid chromatography, elemental analysis, spectroscopy, NMR).
Develop and implement innovative chromatographic methods and characterization protocols to support research programs and business needs.

• Provide technical leadership and problem-solving in energy transition and chemical innovation using GC and hyphenated techniques, complemented by other analytical approaches.
• Advance research by developing new chromatographic technologies and methodologies to address complex technical and scientific problems with creative, independent thinking.
• Design and optimize advanced GC-based workflows, including multidimensional GC (GC×GC), GC-VUV, and GC-MS, and establish robust data analysis strategies.
• Deploy analytical methods to support R&D programs and ensure timely delivery of key program milestones.
• Serve as test method owner for established GC methods, ensuring compliance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate in a multidisciplinary matrix environment, providing expertise and leadership in chromatographic science.
• Stay current with emerging trends in chromatography and hyphenated techniques through literature, conferences, and professional networks.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, presentations, and publications for internal stakeholders and external scientific forums.
• Familiarity with analysis of hydrocarbons, polymers, renewable feedstocks, and complex mixtures is a plus.

Essential Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related field, with 2+ years’ experience in GC method development and advanced chromatographic techniques.
• Strong expertise in gas chromatography and hyphenated techniques (e.g., GC×GC, GC-VUV, GC-MS), including method development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge on high resolution mass spectrometry and different types of ion sources.
• Proficiency in data processing and chemometrics, with experience in advanced data analysis tools and programming (e.g., Python, Matlab, R).
• Solid understanding of analytical chemistry principles and their application to complex sample matrices.
• Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems, innovate, and deliver results under tight timelines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: communication, collaboration, adaptability, and leadership in a team-oriented environment.
• Highly self-motivated with strong organizational and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in headspace, pyrolysis, and thermal desorption techniques.
• Experience in chemical, petrochemical, or biochemical industry or research laboratories.
• Knowledge of structure–property relationships in hydrocarbons, polymers, and renewable feedstocks.
• Track record of scientific publications, patents, and conference presentations.
• Flexibility, curiosity, and openness to new projects and responsibilities.

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life.

We offer you: 

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life. 

• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match. 

• Workplace Flexibility: We have several programs such as “Flex your Day”, providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work, as well as longer-term programs such as leaves of absence and part-time work.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. 

• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing. 

• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family, including tools and resources promoting mental health and resiliency at no additional cost to you. 

• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury occurring on or off the job. Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.

• More information on our Company’s benefits can be found at www.exxonmobilfamily.com

• Please note benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

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Learn more at our Website
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ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.