Advanced Research Chemist

ExxonMobil•Santee, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will have a broad background in Organic Chemistry, Physical Organic Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related fields, with expertise in molecular design, chemical synthesis, and reaction mechanisms. The ability to develop and test structure-property hypotheses through synthesis, characterization, and experimental investigation is required. The candidate should have experience studying phase behavior, molecular interactions, and the relationships between molecular structure and physical and chemical properties. A strong understanding of chemical and process thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, process chemistry, and the chemistry of industrial processes is required. Candidates should also be well-versed in molecular characterization techniques such as NMR, GC, LC, mass spectrometry, and related analytical methods. The successful candidate is expected to provide technical leadership through individual contributions and collaboration on multidisciplinary teams, identify and develop new research opportunities, mentor less-experienced researchers, and build productive collaborations both internally and with external research organizations.

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Organic/Organometallic Chemistry or related fields
5-15 years of experience in chemical, petrochemical or refinery industry
Demonstrated expertise in molecular design and/or chemical synthesis.
Strong understanding of reaction mechanisms and mechanistic chemistry.
Deep expertise establishing structure-property relationships through experimental investigation.
Strong knowledge of phase behavior, molecular interactions, and physical property characterization.
Ability to work effectively in or lead multidisciplinary research teams.
Strong oral and written communication skills
A track record of external publications and presentations, and a desire to continue to interact with the external technical community

Nice To Haves

Broad research experience in hydrocarbon science, catalysis, process chemistry, reaction kinetics and thermodynamics, or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and test structure-property hypotheses through synthesis, characterization, and experimental investigation.
Study phase behavior, molecular interactions, and the relationships between molecular structure and physical and chemical properties.
Provide technical leadership through individual contributions and collaboration on multidisciplinary teams.
Identify and develop new research opportunities.
Mentor less-experienced researchers.
Build productive collaborations both internally and with external research organizations.