Catalysis Scientist – Emissions & Materials Innovation

Johnson Matthey; Devon (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Annual Incentive Plan

Employee Assistance Program (Assist)

Paid Volunteering opportunities

Employee recognition programme

Wellbeing programs and campaigns

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in Devon, PA, seeks a CAS Global Staff Scientist to lead catalyst research and development in line with CAS strategy. You will design and deliver programmes, manage budgets, milestones and risks while collaborating with global teams and customers.

The role demands a PhD in chemistry or related field (or equivalent experience), strong heterogeneous catalysis expertise, hands-on catalyst preparation and characterisation, and excellent analytical and project-management skills.

Qualifications

• Expertise in heterogeneous catalysis required.
• Hands-on experience in catalyst preparation and testing.
• Experience with material characterisation techniques.
• Strong analytical and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to manage complex research projects across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead IDEA and EVALUATE phase NPI workstreams aligned to CAS strategy and business objectives.
• Design and deliver research programmes to develop new catalysts, materials and emission control technologies.
• Manage project budgets, milestones, risks and phase reviews with stakeholder communication.
• Build partnerships across global development hubs, commercial teams, and operations.
• Support customer engagement through technical presentations and guidance.
• Contribute to external collaborations including university programmes.

Skills

Heterogeneous catalysis

Catalyst preparation and testing

Material characterisation

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering or related field, or Bachelor's with relevant industry experience

Job description

Johnson Matthey in Devon, PA, seeks a CAS Global Staff Scientist to lead catalyst research and development in line with CAS strategy. You will design and deliver programmes, manage budgets, milestones and risks while collaborating with global teams and customers.

The role demands a PhD in chemistry or related field (or equivalent experience), strong heterogeneous catalysis expertise, hands-on catalyst preparation and characterisation, and excellent analytical and project-management skills.