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TPC Group · 2 months ago

Staff Research Scientist

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

TPC Group is seeking a Senior Research Scientist with significant experience in Organic Chemistry to contribute to the design, synthesis, characterization, and application development of novel organic molecules. The role involves working in a collaborative R&D team to translate molecular innovation into measurable performance benefits in various applications such as fuel and lubricant additives, adhesives, and coatings.

Manufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Safety and working in an employee-lead safety organization. Participates in laboratory safety activities and leads lab-based management of changes

Design and execute safe and efficient lab experimentation using the highest standards using the scientific method

Data development utilizing lab scale systems though hands on operation of equipment/analytical & complete data workup in spreadsheets

Build and maintain lab testing facilities for project needs. Improve and modify to meet testing needs. Troubleshoot analytically, develop methods and complete data analysis

Manage portfolio of development projects and provide project leadership in area of responsibility

Communicates to steering teams and business teams for strategic decisions. Deliver presentations or reports that distill complex ideas into clear results and proposals; communicates appropriately to influence internal and external audiences, including senior management

Operates with significant independence from experimental planning/modeling through data presentation

Stay abreast of developments in their field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences

Awareness and participation in intellectual property development and identification of threats

Documents work appropriately in the form of internal reports, technology manuals, knowledge management resources, external reports, laboratory notebooks and patents

Mentor and guide junior scientists and technicians, emphasizing scientific rigor, safety, and teamwork

Qualification

Organic ChemistryMaterials CharacterizationApplication DevelopmentProcess IntegrationDesign of ExperimentsAnalytical SkillsCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoring