GC & Hyphenated Techniques Scientist – R&D Analytics

ExxonMobil; Texas; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Savings plan with company match

Workplace flexibility

Job summary

ExxonMobil in Texas seeks a PhD-level Analytical Chemist to lead GC method development and advanced chromatographic techniques in R&D. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot GC-based workflows (GC×GC, GC-VUV, GC-MS) and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to advance energy and chemical innovations. Strong data processing skills and a record of publications are valued.

Join a global leader committed to sustainable solutions and career growth in a flexible, world-class work environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field with 2+ years in GC method development and advanced chromatographic techniques.
• Strong expertise in gas chromatography and hyphenated techniques (GC×GC, GC-VUV, GC-MS).
• Knowledge of high-resolution mass spectrometry and ion sources.
• Proficiency in data processing and chemometrics; programming in Python, Matlab, or R.
• Solid understanding of analytical chemistry principles for complex samples.
• Demonstrated problem solving, innovation, and timely results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and collaboration in a matrix environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and solve problems using GC and hyphenated techniques.
• Develop and optimize chromatographic methods to support R&D programs.
• Design, validate, and implement advanced GC workflows (GC×GC, GC-VUV, GC-MS).
• Deliver timely results and maintain robust data analysis strategies.
• Act as test method owner for GC methods, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to advance chromatographic science.
• Stay current with trends in chromatography through literature and conferences.
• Prepare technical reports and publications for internal and external audiences.

Skills

Gas chromatography

GC×GC

GC-MS

Data analysis

Python

Matlab

R

Analytical chemistry

Leadership

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Python

Matlab

R

GC×GC

GC-VUV

GC-MS

Job description

ExxonMobil in Texas seeks a PhD-level Analytical Chemist to lead GC method development and advanced chromatographic techniques in R&D. You will design, optimize, and troubleshoot GC-based workflows (GC×GC, GC-VUV, GC-MS) and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to advance energy and chemical innovations. Strong data processing skills and a record of publications are valued.

Join a global leader committed to sustainable solutions and career growth in a flexible, world-class work environment.