Job ID: 38427 | Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

This exciting opportunity to join our Catalyst division in Louisville, KY. This position will mainly work as an Associate Scientist in the Louisville Research and Development Center. This includes conducting laboratory work for catalyst preparation, testing, and/or characterization of catalysts as an R&D project team member, helping develop new and/or improved products, supporting catalyst productions, and providing customer technical services.

Responsibilities

• Executes preparation, testing, and/or characterization of catalysts as part of a project team memberto help in developing innovative products, supporting catalyst productions, and customer technical services.
• Safely deliver test results with consistentgood quality, proactively communicate issues, and take necessary actionsto follow up.
• Understand and apply the knowledge of the functions of major components in compositions, main chemical reactions in catalyst preparations and applications, and working principles of equipment and processes.
• Write clear & concise reports and technicalpapers subject to review by the group or project leader.
• Understand and comply with procedures, policies, and company values. Accept responsibility for actions.
• Develop a detailed understanding of chemistry or engineering related to research areas and a good understanding of catalyst production and application processes.
• Demonstrates and applies knowledge of working principles of equipment and processes.
• Responsible for equipment maintenance and other tasks requiring specialized technical training or skills.
• Supports and collaborates with colleagues in making decisions that affect team objectives.

Requirements

• BachelorsDegree inChemistry or Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience or technical training
• Highly motivated and service-minded team member with excellent communication, technical, and organizational skill
• Experiences with simulation softwares such as SOLIDWORKS and/or CCM+ will be a plus
• Ability to conduct experiments in a safe and environmentally responsible manner with good safety consciousness
• Good computer skills, experience in GC analysis and operating test units
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision to complete assigned tasks
• Very good mechanical aptitude and ability to be very hands-on
• Ability to work well with diverse groups of people, be flexible, and thrive in a team-oriented environment
• Strong motivation, and personal desire and drive for achievement

Whats in it for you?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Michael Petrea
Talent Acquisition Partner - NORAM
704-331-6788
Michael.petrea_ext@clariant.com

Clariant is a focused, sustainable and innovative specialty chemical company based in Muttenz near Basel/Switzerland. On 31 December 2021, Clariant totaled a staff number of 11 537 and recorded sales of CHF 4.372 billion in the fiscal year for its continuing businesses. The company reports in three business areas: , and . Clariant's corporate strategy is led by the overarching purpose of 'Greater chemistry - between people and planet' and reflects the importance of connecting customer focus, innovation, sustainability, and people. Join us and help create sustainable value through chemistry for customers all over the globe.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

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