Scientist III, Process Chemistry – Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland•Decatur, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

ADM’s Research and Development organization is hiring a Scientist III for its Process Chemistry group in Decatur, Illinois. The position carries out chemical process research projects involving new and ongoing product and process development using renewable feedstocks. The Scientist works with production, engineering, other research functions, ADM suppliers, and contractors, and contributes to evaluating, developing, and transferring processes to pilot and scale-up operations. This is an exempt-level position.

Requirements

Ph.D. in chemistry, or a master’s degree with 5 years of experience, or a bachelor’s degree with 10 years of experience in organic chemistry and/or analytical chemistry; an equivalent physical science degree is also accepted.
Ability to design, set up, operate, and maintain laboratory and pilot equipment.
Knowledge and experience with analytical instrumentation, especially HPLC, GC, GC-MS, LC-MS, FT-IR, NMR, and UV-Vis.
Knowledge of safe hazardous-material handling and hazardous-communication requirements and procedures.
Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
Ability to work independently while interacting with ADM management, facility management, and contract employees.
Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve in a team environment.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information.
Affinity for milestone-driven and performance-based environments.
Ability to sit at a desk and stand in a laboratory for extended periods as needed, and use standard office equipment.
Ability to safely lift and manipulate reactor systems weighing up to 50 pounds, move gas cylinders, and use hand and power tools.
Successful completion of a background check.

Responsibilities

Perform job functions in accordance with company safety guidelines and participate in project safety reviews.
Design, execute, and document complex experimental plans to evaluate and optimize chemical processes.
Select sampling procedures and analytical methods, and design and run experiments.
Develop experimental plans with the manager to accomplish project goals.
Set up, maintain, and operate laboratory reactor systems and data-acquisition software for continuous and batch reactions, as well as maintain analytical equipment.
Generate, analyze, and interpret data using scientific and statistical techniques.
Report research status through verbal updates, written reports, and presentations.
Construct or modify equipment according to experimental specifications and safety protocols.
Maintain proper housekeeping and observe safety standards.
Work independently and with a diverse team to evaluate, develop, and transfer processes to pilot and scale-up.
Ensure laboratory technicians, contract employees, and coworkers comply with ADM laboratory standards.
Communicate clearly and appropriately with ADM colleagues, contractors, and suppliers, including sharing ideas, interpretations, and feedback.
Resolve conflicts effectively while supporting teamwork, cohesion, and trust.
Work productively and efficiently, stay organized and prepared, and assist fellow team members as needed.

Benefits

Medical and prescription coverage
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
On-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement, as applicable
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings account
401(k) with matching contributions
Cash balance plan
Discounted employee stock purchasing program
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Workers’ compensation
Legal assistance
Identity theft protection
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Resource Groups
Colleague Giving Programs
Paid time off, including paid holidays
Adoption assistance
Paid maternity and parental leave
Tuition assistance
Company-sponsored training and development resources, including LinkedIn Learning, language training, and mentoring programs