Downstream Purification Scientist

ECOLAB; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Ecolab is seeking a Lead Chemist to lead the development and advancement of technical platforms that satisfy business and customer needs. You will drive research, development, and problem-solving projects to enable new product and platform development, collaborating with anchor and divisional RDE teams to design, execute, and communicate results.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, possess strong collaboration and communication skills, and excel in creative problem solving with solid

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years R&D experience, or Master's with 4 years, or PhD with 2 years
• 2 years of formulation chemistry experience
• Experience working with EPIC/CAS

Responsibilities

• Develop and transfer phase 0-1 chemistry and formulation concepts
• Collaborate with anchor and divisional research scientists/RDE leaders on new development projects and platforms
• Actively engage in development of new platforms that meet strategic business needs
• Interpret experimental data and communicate results clearly to peers and project teams in written reports and oral presentations
• Provide consulting on experimental design, mentoring, and work direction for junior lab scientists
• Maintain employee safety standards, including 6S lab standards

Skills

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Observation & perception

Statistics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Master's degree in Chemistry or related field

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Tools

EPIC/CAS

Job description

Ecolab is seeking a Lead Chemist to develop and advance technical platforms satisfying both business and customer needs. You will be responsible for performing and leading research, development and problem solving projects to enable new product and platform development. You will work closely with anchor and divisional RDE teams to design, execute and communicate results. Successful candidates will possess strong collaboration and teamwork skills, be self-motivated, have good communication skills, be a creative problem solver, and have strong observation and perception skills.

What's in it For You

• The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

What You Will Do

• Develop and transfer phase 0-1 chemistry and formulation concepts
• Collaborate with anchor and divisional research scientists/RDE leaders on new development projects and platforms
• Actively engage in development of new platforms that meet strategic business needs
• Interpret experimental data and communicate results clearly to peers and project teams in written reports and oral presentations
• Provide consulting on experimental design, mentoring, and work direction for junior lab scientists.
• Maintain employee safety standards, including 6S lab standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of R&D experience; Master's Degree and 4 years of R&D experience; or Ph.D. and 2 years of R&D experience
• 2 years of formulation chemistry experience
• Experience working with EPIC/CAS

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of fundamental physical/chemical properties and structural activity relationships
• Working knowledge of statistics

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The base salary range for this position is $96,700.00 - $145,100.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:

• Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through affirmative action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.