Researcher, PT&C

Come Join an Inclusive Team

The PhD Engineer (or appropriately skilled Polymer Chemist) will be part of a team of researchers supporting an analytical laboratory focused on polymer testing and characterization. This position is responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing analytical methods including melt rheology, thermal analysis (DSC, TGA) and solution characterization (CEF, GPC) and other methods as needed to support the business. The researcher will act as an analytical chemistry subject matter expert to support internal and external customers. The candidate should have desire and ability to learn a broad range of analytical methods beyond current area of expertise.

LyondellBasell's Cincinnati Technology Center (CTC) houses research and development facilities supporting LYB’s North American polymer business and Circular and Low Carbon Solutions polymer business. CTC labs perform polymer testing and characterization, polymer processing and catalyst system development.

A Day in the Life

• Develop, maintain, and optimize analytical methods in rheology, GPC, CEF and other analytical techniques as needed.
• Provide analytical chemistry subject matter expertise to internal organizations such as product development, application development, and manufacturing. 
• Collaborate with other research teams, laboratory associates, technical service, manufacturing, procurement, and external partners.
• Approximately 5 to 10% travel within North America, with occasional international travel as required.
• Demonstrate and promote safe-work and Goal Zero mindset

You Bring This Value

Minimum Qualifications 

• PhD in Engineering, Chemistry, or closely related field.
• 0-10 years of experience in analytical laboratory research and development or closely related field
• Experience with multiple analytical techniques including melt rheology, thermal analysis (DSC, TGA) and solution characterization (CEF, GPC) 

Preferred Qualifications

• Background and experience in Polyolefins is preferred. 

Competencies 

• Drive Innovation – Effectively utilize technical expertise to deliver impactful solutions and improvements that create sustainability and measurable value for existing and potential customers.
• Build Partnerships – Developing and leveraging relationships with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to identify opportunities and achieve results.
• Deliver Results - Executing plans and work to ensure that strategic priorities yield measurable results and safe outcomes for the organization, employees, and customers.
• Promote Inclusion – Taking action to ensure that the capabilities and insights of all individuals are valued and included in ways that lead to organizational success, equitable outcomes, and a sense of belonging.
• Grow Capabilities - Creating a work environment where all employees can develop and realize their full potential, allowing the organization to meet current and future business challenges.

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