R&D Scientist
Cincinnati, OH, US, 45249
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) is one of the largest plastics, chemicals and refining companies in the world. Driven by its employees around the globe, LyondellBasell produces materials and products that are key to advancing solutions to modern challenges like enhancing food safety through lightweight and flexible packaging, protecting the purity of water supplies through stronger and more versatile pipes, improving the safety, comfort and fuel efficiency of many of the cars and trucks on the road, and ensuring the safe and effective functionality in electronics and appliances. LyondellBasell sells products into more than 100 countries and is the world's largest producer of polypropylene compounds and the largest licensor of polyolefin technologies. In 2021, LyondellBasell was named to Fortune Magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies" for the fourth consecutive year.
Basic Function
LyondellBasell (NYSE: LYB) is one of the world’s largest plastics, chemical and refining companies and a member of the S&P 500, is seeking a Scientist to join our R&D Analytical team at the Cincinnati Technology Center (CTC) located in the Cincinnati, OH area.
As a member of the team you will support the R&D Analytical Laboratory business needs. This position reports to the Analytical Lab Manager of the Cincinnati Technology Center.
Position offers a competitive base salary, bonus, pension plan, 401K matching, generous benefits package, education assistance, employee discounts and relocation to Cincinnati.
Roles & Responsibilities
This position will utilize a variety of Analytical testing techniques (including LC-MS, GC-MS) to solve problems related to fundamental polymer research, and technical support for our manufacturing organization.
• Plan, design and execute method development and implementation programs to reach business objectives.
• Serve as technical resource, maintain high-standards, positive attitude, good work ethics and train lab associates.
• Participate in internal Expert Groups to leverage best practices, keep up-to-date with advances in the field of polymer research, and introduce new analytical technologies, including new instrument evaluations and recommendations.
• Serve on multidisciplinary teams supporting research efforts by solving complex problems.
• Ensure safe and efficient laboratory operations, overseeing the necessary calibrations, maintenance of the laboratory equipment, safe handling of all chemicals and assisting with testing as needed.
• Ensure alignment of analytical testing, communication with management and customers while understanding priorities with business requirements
Responsibilities:
Provide technical leadership in the areas of LC-MS and GC-MS analysis
Utilize analytical knowledge to solve problems specifically in the area of small molecule characterizations.
Utilize different types of Analytical techniques as needed to analyze samples submitted to the lab and consistently deliver high quality reliable results while meeting customer expectations and throughput goals
Responsible for receiving, preparing, testing, interpreting data, reporting statistics, entering and/or uploading to the LIMS
Develop new methods as necessary in support of projects
Conduct analytical testing associated with assigned projects
Maintain all instruments in good working condition, including required routine calibration
Interface effectively with R&D managers, supervisors, researchers, other technicians, engineers, site HSE and other support staff for the planning and execution of efficient experimental programs with the highest attention to detail and data integrity
Focus on contributing a positive attitude, promoting positive work environment and high degree of teamwork
Exhibit excellent safety leadership in the workplace, consistent with company and site HSE goals.
Min. Qualifications
Education:
PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Polymer Engineering, Sustainability, Chemical engineering, Environmental, Bioanalytical, Physics, Material Science or a related technical discipline.
Work Experience:
A strong background in LC-MS and GC-MS with at least 1-5 years industrial/academic experience
Background in sustainability or statistics would be beneficial.
Skills:
Experience in broad range of analytical techniques is desirable
Demonstrated documentation and research skills
Highly self-motivated individual, focused on providing high quality laboratory data in an efficient manner, while exhibiting excellent workplace skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Problem solving skills and the ability to make competent, independent, decisions in a timely manner to ensure excellent progress on projects and assigned tasks
Ability to effectively manage multiple and or changing priorities with minimal supervision
Must possess the ability to interact effectively and professionally with internal customers, external customers and vendors. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, supervisors and other employees.
Excellent teamwork and communication skills are required
Competencies
Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.
LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicited résumés or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers.
LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here.
Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati