Process Technology Scientist
W. R. Grace
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Support product development through hands-on synthesis and analytical characterization
- Participate in raw material qualification work
- Participate in process safety activities
- Participate in Global Network for technology information and transfer
- Ideation for process improvements
- Participate in multi-functional teams to troubleshoot and streamline processes in support of manufacturing plant
- Document and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Develop analytical techniques to monitor processes as improvements are demonstrated
- Develop and implement new technologies for business opportunities
- Lead projects to successful completion
- Mentor and train other Chemists and Scientists
- Willing to participate in on-call Quality Control support for pilot and commercial facility
- Follow site policies and safe work ethics, maintaining clean, organized laboratory
- Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a laboratory environment with highly hazardous materials
- Ability to follow safety protocols and standards working in a pilot plant facility with highly hazardous materials
- Must be willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, Level A suit, full face respirator
- Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb stairs and ladders over 100 ft.
- PhD in Inorganic/Organometallic/Organic Chemistry
- Strong inorganic and organometallic materials know-how
- Strong background in inorganic, organic, and organometallic synthetic methods, including air/water sensitive synthesis techniques
- Experience in analytical characterization of organometallic materials, including specialized techniques for air-sensitive samples
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- 2 years industrial experience
- Ability to summarize and present complex technical concepts to non-scientific audiences
- Independent technical project management skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment
- Experience with industrial safety practices
- Strong attention to detail
- Experience with pyrophoric chemical and waste handling
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance and Disability
- Grace Wellness Program
- Flexible Workplace
- Retirement Plans
- 401(k) Company Match - Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Company Donation Match Program