Job ID: 38527 | Location: Palo Alto, California, USA

At Clariant we are pushing boundaries in specialty chemicals and we invite you to join us on our journey! The Senior Lab Scientist is responsible as a member of the project team, for the preparation of catalytic materials to develop new or improved commercial catalyst products. This position will support our High Throughput R&D Center within the Catalyst Business Unit in Palo Alto, CA.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for preparingmaterials in the laboratory to discover new catalysts and processes that deliver value to the Company's businesses.
• Specifically, synthesize catalysts using conventional and high-throughput techniques and equipment and a variety of preparative methods. Develop new HT workflows for catalyst preparation.
• You will plan experiments in collaboration with the technical project team and conduct equipment operational programming.
• Maintain analytical equipment and assist in method development.
• Responsible for characterizingcatalysts using BET, XRD, LS, SEM, etc.
• You will test or assist in testing catalytic materials in various reactors.
• Work-up, analyze, and present data using appropriate specialty software packages such as DOE, visualization, and statistical analysis programs.
• Communicate results internally via reports, presentations, and informally.
• Responsible for generatingIP and assist with patent preparation.
• You may assist in the evaluation and selection of projects in collaboration with technical colleagues.
• Operate a safe laboratory by working closely with the site safety committee and coworkers.
• May direct technical/research assistants when applicable.

Requirements

• Seeking a PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field with 1-5 years of industrial experience in heterogeneous catalysis; we would also consider a Mastersin Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field with a minimum of 2-6 years of industrial experience in heterogeneous catalysis
• You should be skilled in the synthesis of solid catalysts using a variety of preparative methods.
• Knowledgeable in the use of automated laboratory hardware and software, and in data analysis and reduction software and techniques.
• Experience with analytical methods such as XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, BET, IR, TPD\TPR, HPLC, GC, MS, etc.
• Experienced in conducting team-oriented catalyst research.
• You should have excellent communication skills both oral and written and have the ability to work in a team orientedfast paced environment.

Compensation:

• $85,000-$100,000
• Salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to individual competencies, education/professional certifications, experience and performance in the role
• This position offers a 8% (Target) Annual Company Based Bonus

Whats in it for you?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Jerome Hill
Sr. Talent Acquisition Partner
jerome.hill@clariant.com

Clariant is a focused, sustainable and innovative specialty chemical company based in Muttenz near Basel/Switzerland. On 31 December 2021, Clariant totaled a staff number of 11 537 and recorded sales of CHF 4.372 billion in the fiscal year for its continuing businesses. The company reports in three business areas: , and . Clariant's corporate strategy is led by the overarching purpose of 'Greater chemistry - between people and planet' and reflects the importance of connecting customer focus, innovation, sustainability, and people. Join us and help create sustainable value through chemistry for customers all over the globe.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

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