Senior Catalyst & Process R&D Scientist

Sinopec-Tech-Houston; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The SINOPEC-UOP Joint Research Center is seeking a Senior R&D Scientist to advance catalyst and catalytic process research, independently designing experiments and guiding development from concept to validation.

You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and technicians, contribute to IP activities, ensure safety, and help identify new research opportunities while communicating findings to management across SINOPEC and Honeywell UOP.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.
• 1–5 years of relevant catalyst R&D experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Experience in industry or academia.

Responsibilities

• Lead research on catalysts and catalytic process technologies through the R&D development process.
• Develop experimental plans and conduct laboratory testing using fixed-bed micro-reactors, autoclaves and related equipment.
• Coordinate experimental activities with technicians and provide technical direction.
• Evaluate and interpret results to determine feasibility and opportunities for further development.
• Translate findings into process concepts, including diagrams and next steps, and support IP activities.
• Stay current with literature and patent literature to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Present results and recommendations to management and stakeholders across SINOPEC and Honeywell UOP.
• Maintain high standards of laboratory safety and compliance.

Skills

Catalysis

Thermodynamics

Reaction engineering

Analytical methods

GC/HPLC/TGA

Lab equipment

Independent work

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Tools

GC

HPLC

TGA

Job description

The SINOPEC-UOP Joint Research Center is seeking a Senior R&D Scientist to advance catalyst and catalytic process research, independently designing experiments and guiding development from concept to validation.

You will collaborate with scientists, engineers, and technicians, contribute to IP activities, ensure safety, and help identify new research opportunities while communicating findings to management across SINOPEC and Honeywell UOP.