Senior Chemist I

Now hiring! Senior Chemist I

 

Beachwood, OH 

Relocation assistance. Yearly bonus. 

 

We are looking for a Senior Chemist to join our RG team in Beachwood, OH.

Travel for this role may be required for up to 10% of the time.  
 

Come create chemistry with us!

 

The Process Catalysis and Adsorbents Scale-up group in Beachwood, Ohio, is dedicated to the research, development, and scale-up of innovative catalysts and adsorbents for the chemical and energy industries. 

As a Senior Chemist, you will facilitate collaboration between the Research, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams. This role is ideal for a highly motivated scientist who will lead projects focused on process catalyst R&D in both laboratory and pilot plant settings, with a particular emphasis on Custom Catalysts developed exclusively for third-party clients.

As a Senior Chemist I, you create chemistry by...

 

• Driving the development of new catalyst formulations, enhancing existing recipes, and applying innovative manufacturing technologies while collaborating with technicians in laboratory, pilot plant, and plant trial activities.
• Serving as a technical resource for the North American catalyst production community as well as developing creative solutions for Base Metal, Precious Metal, or Zeolite-based products.
• Collaborating with scientists, engineers, manufacturing associates, and toll manufacturers to ensure seamless project execution.
• Interfacing with business colleagues and customers to align project goals and expectations.
• Overseeing multiple projects concurrently while managing diverse tasks with a high level of autonomy in a dynamic laboratory and pilot plant setting.
• Demonstrating exceptional laboratory and analytical skills, including meticulous record-keeping and expertise in the safe handling of chemicals, as well as preparing detailed work instructions and SOPs.
• Actively participating in all BASF safety practices and programs, promoting our safety-first culture.

If you...

 

• Hold a PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science with 3 years of experience in catalyst research or manufacturing; a Master's degree with 5 years of experience; or a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science with 8+ years of related experience in Catalyst development. 
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of research principles and techniques, with a proven ability to work across various fields; familiarity with heterogeneous catalysis formulations and manufacturing is preferred.
• Have strong written and verbal communication, data analysis, organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strong digitalization skills.
• Are proficient with the Microsoft platform.
• Possess a solid background in statistical tools such as Design of Experiments (DOE), ANOVA, and Lean Six Sigma. (preferred)
   

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

 

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of you