Associate Scientist

As we create a colorful, capable and cleaner world through chemistry, we invite you to join our team to harness the power of chemistry to shape markets, redefine industries and improve lives for billions of people around the world.

CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking an Associate Scientist to join our Titanium Technologies Ore Technology team at the Chemours Discovery Hub This position directly reports to the Lab Supervisor, and functional guidance will be provided by Principal Engineers directing laboratory programs.

As part of the group, this role is dedicated to the improvement of existing processes and the development of new processes and products related to TiO2 manufacturing.  The research spans a variety of process technologies including neutralization, pressure filtration, drying, wet chemistry, etc. 

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Perform assorted tasks in a chemistry lab, including, but not limited to:
  • Safe handling of hazardous chemicals
  • Solid/liquid separations (e.g. pressure filtration, flocculation, settling)
  • Heat treatments of materials in ovens
  • Titrations, manual or automatic
  • pH and other electrode-based measurements
• Sample preparation and submission to various other labs for further testing
• Managing lab services and operations as required (e.g. equipment inspections, certifications, ordering supplies, managing inventory)
• Assembling, operating, and troubleshooting lab scale process equipment for solids, liquids, and slurries
• Data recordkeeping and organization consistent the Chemours policies for protection of intellectual property.

The following is required for this role:

• BS/Associate degree in Chemistry, engineering, or related field. 

OR  

• High school diploma/General Education Degree (GED)
• 10+ years of lab experience.

AND

• Hands-on Chemistry or R&D lab experience requiring the safe handling of chemicals.
• Proficient in the use of computers, Microsoft applications, Teams and related systems and data analysis.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Experience in safe handling of corrosive chemicals.
• Flexibility and demonstrated ability to prioritize work in a multitasking environment.
• Self-motivation with a strong sense of ownership; ability to thrive in both independent and team-oriented environments
• Mechanical skills.
• Data interpretation and reporting.

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program  

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We're a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

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Chemours is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. Jurisdictions may have additional grounds for non-discrimination, and we comply with all applicable laws.

Chemours is an E-Verify employer

Candidates must be able to perform all duties listed with or without accommodation

Immigration sponsorship (i.e., H1-B visa, F-1 visa (OPT), TN visa or any other non-immigrant status) is not currently available for this position

Don't meet every single requirement? At Chemours we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you're excited about this role, but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

In our pursuit to be the greatest place to work, we know that a critical element to enhancing our employee experience is to assure we're operating with a solid foundation of trust. At Chemours, this means being transparent about how we pay our employees for the work that they do.

Pay Range (in local currency):

Chemours Level:

Annual Bonus Target:

The pay range and incentives listed above is a general guideline based on the primary location of this job only and not a guarantee of total compensation. Factors considered in extending a compensation offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The incentive pay is dependent on business results and individual performance and subject to the terms and conditions of the specific plans.

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."