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Sr. Researcher

The Sr. Researcher will aim to advance our research initiatives in the Oilfield and Water treatment sectors in line with the RD&I strategy, project and RD&I functional standards. The successful candidate will be crafting and executing comprehensive research protocols to explore innovative developments within the industry, continuously refine our research techniques, and diligently analyze experimental outcomes to uncover valuable insights to drive the progression of both innovative and development-focused projects.

At Nouryon, our global team of Changemakers takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s needs – today and in the future.

In your future role as Sr. Researcher you will

Maintain and promote a safe work environment, comply with safety policies and procedures. Follow safe work practices for personal equipment safety, in both laboratory and in the field. End results are zero or minimum safety incidents and a clean, orderly working environment
Plan, execute, analyze, interpret, and report experimental results
Identify new product/process optimization and technical solutions and new application opportunities for own area/domain and share these w/management
Keep current on uses and improve relevant research methods in the field, ensure retention of knowledge through research reports and ensure other team members stay current
Participate in projects and ensure execution and delivery of technical results
Contribute to IP applications for own research work; analyze 3rd party IP in own area
Formulate and present possible solution directions and issue advice at request or at own initiative

We believe you bring

B.S. in Chemistry or similar discipline required; PhD or master’s degree in Chemistry or related field preferred
3 - 7+ years’ experience in R&D, preferably related to Oilfield applications
Understanding of structure-property relationships
Understanding of surface science principles and surfactants chemistry, properties, measurements, applications and formulations
Experience with formulation/product development
Understanding of various techniques, methodologies & tools
Ability to develop & implement new solutions
Ability to innovate & improve processes
Strong written & technical communication skills
Ability to collect & analyze data
Ability to keep up to date on current trends
Experimental design skills; Design of Experiment (DOE) experience preferred
Analytical, critical thinking & interpersonal skills
Knowledge of oilfield chemistry and applications preferred
Ability to translate customer needs preferred
Ability to analyze impacts & decision risks preferred
Ability to apply IP knowledge preferred
Product knowledge preferred
Project management skills preferred

About Nouryon

We’re looking for tomorrow’s Changemakers today.

If you’re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon’s worldwide team of Changemakers in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment.

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