Description: MAIN FUNCTIONS
The Researcher conducts basic theoretical & experimental scientific & technological investigation directed toward the acquisition of new knowledge. Works closely with business units to Client, develop, and deploy cutting-edge technologies. Areas of research possibly include oil spill response technologies, environmental genomics, remote sensing, air emissions monitoring, and acquisition of new knowledge.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
" Collaborates with other scientists & research technicians as a member of a cross functional team to create or utilize advanced techniques to Client, develop & deploy new technology
" Ensures successful project / program completion & implementation as defined by the research science leadership
" Provides timely & accurate information & status updates to research leadership
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
" Previous experience in a closely related position
" BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Marine Science, Molecular Ecology, Bioinformatics, Toxicology or a closely related field required
" Experience in laboratory work, analytical chemistry, and field sampling coordination, techniques and strategies
" Excellent numerical analysis skills
" Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Custom Fields:
Name: Is this assignment for an Unconventional affiliate or site or for work primarily benefiting Unconventional?
Value: No
Name: Legacy Position Code
Value: 12059911
Name: Secondary Location
Value: None
Name: Scope of Work
Value: POSITION DETAILS
"Title: Research Technologist
"Location: Baytown, TX BTEC Facility (on-site only; no travel required)
"Schedule: Flexible 8-hour day | Core hours: 8:30 AM 3:00 PM | Start window: 6:30 8:30 AM
"Pay Rate: *** ***/hour (Level 1); target start at ***/hr
"Interview Format: Zoom preferred
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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
"Education: Bachelor's degree required; Chemistry or Chemical Engineering preferred
"Experience: 1 3 years minimum of hands-on lab work (internship or independent research acceptable; classroom lab experience does NOT qualify)
"Must-Have Skills:
"Experience handling pyrophorics (chemicals that self-ignite upon air exposure)
"Glove box / air-free environment experience
"Ability to multitask in a fast-paced lab setting
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PREFERRED / TRAINABLE SKILLS
"High-pressure reactor experience
"NMR analysis (MestReNova or Topspin software)
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IDEAL CANDIDATE BACKGROUNDS
" Synthetic, Organic, Organometallic, or Inorganic Chemistry
" Chemical Engineering
"L Theoretical or Physical Chemistry not a fit despite appearing relevant
"L Oil & Gas background not required or preferred
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ROLE OVERVIEW
"Daily glove box lab work supporting catalysis research
"Collaboration with a PhD work director and pilot plant engineers
"On-site movement of materials between labs and surrounding pilot plants
Ramp-Up Expectations:
"Days 1 30: Orientation, safety training, building internal contacts
"By Day 90: Fully independent, completing all job tasks without supervision
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KEY CONTACTS
"Hiring Manager: Matt
"DOAG: Ron Walker
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Please ensure all submitted candidates meet the pyrophorics and glove box experience requirements, as these are non-negotiable for this role.