Xylem · 2 weeks ago
Scientist/Researcher II
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$86K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expXylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. The Scientist/Researcher II is responsible for supporting complex research projects, including testing wastewater and performing analytical tests to evaluate treatability strategies. This role involves collaboration with senior researchers to resolve research issues and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
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Responsibilities
Participate in proposal and scope of work development including providing technical information to author, providing review/feedback of draft, and/or development of proposal/scope of work sections for jar and bench-scale testing
Perform analytical techniques including but not limited to ion chromatography, total organic carbon, atomic absorption, conductivity, pH, and turbidity
Perform treatability tests using bench-scale and pilot-scale techniques
Practice routine, detail-oriented communication with lab teammates to answer general project questions and provide status updates
Communicate with Evoqua project team, including technical updates
Interpret test results, provides recommendations, and seeks direction from Laboratory Manager and project technical staff (e.g., Principal Engineer, Scientist III/IV, etc.)
Send final report to project team for review and feedback
Assist in new method development for analytical and pilot testing (on-site capabilities or seeking outsourced labs)
Learn and adhere to 5S and lean principles
Foster a culture of safety
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, or a related field with 3-5 years of industrial experience or a master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, or a related field with 2-3 years of industrial experience
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
Proficiency in research tools and software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to develop and implement research strategies and plans
Experience in conducting experimental design and statistical analysis
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Benefits
Paid Volunteer Program
Inclusion and belonging
Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
Company
Xylem
Xylem is the global leader in advanced technologies, solutions and services that address the world’s biggest water challenges.
10001+ employees
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Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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VP, Finance and Segment CFO Americas, Applied Water Systems and Measurement & Control Solutions
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