Advanced Research Chemist

Exxon Mobil; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

ExxonMobil’s Houston campus seeks a PhD-level chemist with expertise in organic/organometallic chemistry to lead and contribute to multidisciplinary research in energy, chemicals, and low-carbon solutions. The role emphasizes molecular design, synthesis, and understanding structure–property relationships, with collaboration across internal teams and external partners.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership, mentor researchers, and drive opportunities in industrial process

Qualifications

• PhD in Organic/Organometallic Chemistry or related fields.
• Strong ability to lead and work in multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience establishing structure–property relationships through experimental investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership through individual contributions and collaboration on multidisciplinary teams.
• Identify and develop new research opportunities and build collaborations with external organizations.
• Mentor less-experienced researchers and contribute to publications and presentations.
• Develop and test structure–property hypotheses through synthesis and characterization.

Skills

Molecular design

Chemical synthesis

Phase behavior analysis

Team collaboration

Oral and written communication

Education

PhD in Organic/Organometallic Chemistry or related fields

Tools

NMR

GC

LC

Mass spectrometry

Job description

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At ExxonMobil, our vision is to lead in energy innovations that advance modern living while reducing emissions. As one of the world’s largest publicly traded energy and chemical companies, we are powered by a unique and diverse workforce fueled by the pride in what we do and what we stand for.

The success of our Upstream, Product Solutions and Low Carbon Solutions businesses is the result of the talent, curiosity and drive of our people. They bring solutions every day to optimize our strategy in energy, chemicals, lubricants and lower-emissions technologies.

We invite you to bring your ideas to ExxonMobil to help create sustainable solutions that improve quality of life and meet society’s evolving needs. Learn more about our What and our Why and how we canwork together .

About our Houston Campus

ExxonMobil's state-of-the-art campus north of Houston serves as the corporation’s global headquarters and is home to its Upstream, Product Solutions, and Low Carbon Solutions companies and their associated service groups. The facility opened in 2014 and was built to accommodate more than 10,000 employees and visitors.

By bringing many functional groups together, the campus provides employees with the tools and capabilities needed today, and in the future, to achieve business objectives and accelerate the discovery of new resources, technologies and products. It was designed to foster improved collaboration, creativity and innovation and enhance the company’s ability to attract, develop and retain the top talent in the industry.

The campus was constructed to the highest standards of energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. Its design incorporates extensive research into best practices in building and workplace design through extensive benchmarking of the world’s top academic, research, and corporate facilities.

What You Will Do

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.

About You

Job 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

Preferred Qualifications

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

Your Total Rewards

An ExxonMobil career is one designed to last. Our commitment to you runs deep: our employees grow personally and professionally, with benefits built on our core categories of health, security, finance, and life. Individual pay is determined based on various factors including degree/education, discipline, year of study, skills, abilities, qualifications, and work experience.

Please note pay rates and benefits may be changed from time to time without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ExxonMobil is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or physical or mental disability.

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