Scientist/Associate (Ph.D.) Scientist/Associate (Ph.D.) Exponent Hybrid · Bowie, MD, US about 7[...]

Seeds Renewables; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent's Polymers and Chemistry practice in Bowie, MD is hiring a Scientist/Associate to join an interdisciplinary team. The role focuses on applying rigorous materials characterization to a diverse set of projects in consumer products, medical devices, energy, and more.

The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. in a related field and demonstrates extensive practical knowledge of macromolecules, analytical techniques, and solid communication skills. Some travel is required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required or equivalent; advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Strong knowledge of macromolecules and materials characterization.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as rheology, microscopy, FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA.

Responsibilities

• Inspections and analysis to assess polymeric materials across industries.
• Root cause analysis of failures in development or manufacturing contexts.
• Communicate technical conclusions clearly to engineering and business teams.

Skills

Macromolecule knowledge

Analytical methods

Scientific communication

Cross-team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Ph.D. in Materials Science/Polymer Science/Chemistry/Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

FTIR

DSC

TGA

DMA

HPLC

GC

Microscopy (optical/electron)

Job description

Exponentis the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

Our vision is to engage multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 30+ Offices globally

Exponent'sPolymers and Chemistrypractice is currently hiring aScientist/Associatetojoin our consulting staff in ourBowie, MDoffice. In this role you will work as part of an interdisciplinary team contributing to a diverse set of projects from industries such as consumer products, construction, medical device, energy, pharmaceutical, infrastructure, and transportation. Candidates should have an advanced degree (Ph.D. or equivalent), with some related industrial experience considered a plus. The successful candidate willpossess extensive practical knowledge of the physical, chemical, and mechanical behavior of macromolecules and will be highly skilled in a range of analytical and experimental techniques including rheology, mechanical testing, microscopy,fractography,HPLC, GC,FTIR, DSC, TGA, and DMA.This position requires some travel and will involve collaboration with scientists and engineers from other Exponent offices and practices. A long-term goal for a successful candidate will be to developbusinessby obtaining new projects and bringing new clients to the firm.

You will be responsible for

• Inspections, scientific analysis and testing to address the specification and reliability of polymeric materials in a variety of applications from a wide range of industries.

• Root cause analysis of a wide variety of failures related to issues arising in development, manufacturing, or end-use of products manufactured for the construction, medical device, consumer electronics, and pharmaceutical industries.

• Assignments will require the ability to gather information from and convey technical conclusions to individuals in engineering, business,law,and industry.

You will have the following skills and qualifications

• Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, ora related field
• A strong theoretical and practical knowledge of macromolecules and associatedchemicalcharacterization techniques
• Experience withsampling techniques and statistical data analysis for FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA,fractography, andmicroscopy (optical and electron-based techniques)
• Experience with the design,validation, and execution of novel or non-standard testing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to convey complex technical information to individuals in engineering, business, legal,and related industries
• Ability to work within project teams withstrong desireto contribute; have potential for technical and project managerial leadership
• Strong educational and publication credentials
• Presently legally authorized to work in the United States. No immigration sponsorship or processing required

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $162,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us [e-mail].

Job Locations

US-MD-Bowie

In an era of accelerating change, Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.Exponent brings together 90+ technical disciplines and 950+ consultants to help our clients navigate the increasing complexity ...

Compensation

Our consultants are rewarded for their technical and business contributions and have an opportunity to plan for future success and career growth. Exponent's total compensation plan is consistent with its expectations of the quality and quantity of work performed and with the professional standards set by Exponent. At the Associate and Senior Associate level, total compensation includes base salary, bi-weekly bonuses for high-intensity efforts, annual bonus and 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.

The base salary range for this position is dependent on experience and capabilities which will be assessed during the interview process.

Salary Range

USD $140,000.00 - USD $162,000.00 /Yr.

Benefits you will enjoy

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page: https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us [e-mail].

Job Locations

US-MD-Bowie

In an era of accelerating change, Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.Exponent brings together 90+ technical disciplines and 950+ consultants to help our clients navigate the increasing complexity ...