Principal Researcher

CCG Business Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly skilled Principal Scientist to join our team. As a key member of our Products and Innovation group, you will be responsible for developing new product offerings and providing technical support to our Sales, Technical Service, and Operations teams.

**Job Summary:**

The Principal Scientist will plan and conduct research projects, generate intellectual property, and lead the progression of R&D projects. This role requires a strong knowledge of product formulations, rheology, and coatings, as well as experience working with industrial minerals and chemical additives.

**Responsibilities:**

* Conduct new product development research from prototyping to commercialization
* Modify existing product formulations for specific customer applications
* Assist in troubleshooting problems that arise in new product launches at our plants
* Prepare presentations for the executive, commercial, and engineering teams on research projects
* Prepare invention disclosures and support the patent filing process
* Prepare weekly reports to highlight progress on current projects
* Support and mentor less-experienced colleagues
* Direct the work of technicians
* Represent the company at major technical forums

**Qualifications:**

* Doctoral degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Formulation Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Equivalent
* Doctoral degree required
* Creation of general formulations (paints, coatings, food, plastics, building products, pharmaceuticals, or other relevant industries)
* Product development and commercialization
* Surface modification/functionalization of inorganic particles
* Comfortable working with state-of-the-art minerals processing and characterization equipment

**Preferred Qualifications:**

* Strong working knowledge and experience working with industrial minerals and chemical additives
* High level of knowledge of physical chemistry and powder technology
* Experience conducting trials in a laboratory, pilot plant, or plant environment
* Demonstrated creativity and strong problem-solving expertise using innovative approaches
* Demonstrated product/process development by working directly with customers
* Demonstrated product/process development experience from ideation to commercialization is highly desired
* Strong cross-functional team experience (i.e., working with other scientists in operations, sales and marketing, etc.)
* Strong written and oral communication skills
* Self-directed and able to work both independently and as a team member

**What We Offer:**

* Competitive salary: $140,000 - $150,000 + Bonus + Relocation
* Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative company
* Collaborative and supportive work environment
* Professional development opportunities

**How to Apply:**

If you are a motivated and experienced Principal Scientist looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter, to [insert contact information].

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.