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Research Chemist
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Position Summary
The Research Chemist is responsible for conducting and leading research projects that support the Technical and Business Teams within the Advanced Materials & Catalysts organization. This role applies advanced knowledge of silica and zeolite chemistry, molecular spectroscopy, and analytical characterization techniques to develop innovative solutions, support product development initiatives, and expand scientific understanding of advanced materials.
The position works closely with R&D, manufacturing, business teams, customers, and external partners to execute technical projects, develop analytical methods, interpret complex data, and provide actionable insights that support strategic and operational objectives.
In addition, the Research Chemist contributes to instrumentation development, analytical innovation, technology evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
Functional Responsibilities
• Develop, coordinate, and execute complex technical research projects
• Translate project objectives into experimental plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Communicate project status, risks, and technical findings to stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve analytical methods and project workflows
• Develop and implement new analytical techniques and experimental processes
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption strategies
• Design and execute experiments to enhance understanding of silica and zeolite properties
• Document and communicate scientific findings through technical reports and presentations
• Perform UV-Vis, FTIR, and Raman analyses on samples from R&D, manufacturing facilities, and customers
• Interpret analytical data and provide technical recommendations
• Maintain analytical records and instrument performance documentation
• Provide analytical support for special technical projects
• Design experiments to address complex analytical challenges
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and recommend improvements
• Deliver data-driven conclusions that support technical and business decisions
• Develop or modify analytical instrumentation for specialized applications
Leadership / Management Responsibilities
• Lead multidisciplinary technical projects across R&D functions
• Coordinate activities with technical and business stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define analytical strategies
• Support adoption of new technologies and analytical methodologies
• Partner with vendors and internal teams to evaluate instrumentation solutions
• Share scientific expertise and technical knowledge across project teams
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement within analytical and research activities
Compliance / Operational Responsibilities
• Maintain accuracy, repeatability, and calibration of analytical instrumentation
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration activities
• Adhere to all safety, environmental, regulatory, and company requirements
• Identify and mitigate laboratory safety risks
• Maintain compliance through proper documentation and safe work practices
• Ensure analytical activities meet quality, technical, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain organized records of analytical data and laboratory activities
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Chemistry or Materials Science
• Academic emphasis in Molecular Spectroscopy
• 0-3 years of post-doctoral or industry experience following degree completion
• Excellent knowledge of silica and zeolite chemistry, applications, and related materials science fields
• Proven experience with UV-Vis, FTIR, and Raman spectroscopy instrumentation
• Ability to correlate material structure and performance characteristics
• Experience developing analytical methods and experimental approaches
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking abilities
• Demonstrated innovation through publications, patents, or related technical achievements
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
Role Specific Knowledge & Skills
• Silica and zeolite chemistry
• Molecular spectroscopy
• UV-Vis spectroscopy
• FTIR spectroscopy
• Raman spectroscopy
• Analytical method development
• Experimental design and execution
• Instrumentation development and modification
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Scientific research and technical reporting
• Materials characterization
• Laboratory safety and compliance
Working Conditions
• Laboratory-based research and development role
• Frequent use of advanced analytical instrumentation and laboratory equipment
• Collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, business teams, and external partners
• Participation in technical projects, experimentation, and innovation initiatives
• Adherence to laboratory safety and environmental standards
Additional Information
• No sponsorship or relocation assistance available.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
What's next?
At Technip Energies, we prioritize internal applications and provide timely feedback to internal applicants. Our Recruiting Team screens and matches your skills, experience, and potential team fit against the role requirements. We ask for your patience as the team completes the volume of applications with a reasonable timeframe. You can check your application progress directly in PeopleConnect Recruiting.
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