Sr. Research Chemist

Role details

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Introduction

Chevron Phillips Chemical (CPChem) is seeking a Senior Research Chemist to join our team at the Research and Technology organization located in Bartlesville, OK.

The Analytical Research Chemist will conduct routine and non-routine testing related to polymers while designing and executing independent research projects that support the company’s global business needs. This role partners closely with chemists, engineers, and analytical personnel to provide technical support for manufacturing, product development, application development, and research groups; support scale-up programs; troubleshoot and maintain laboratory instrumentation; and ensure safe, reliable laboratory operations.

The successful candidate will be a detail-oriented team player with strong written and verbal communication skills, able to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders, participate actively in safety programs, and develop and execute valuable independent research projects.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental and health regulations and procedures.
• Influence development of local Operational Excellence policies and act as expert for review of safe work practices.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts that have significant impact on safe and reliable operation of laboratories.
• Demonstrate leadership in one or more areas of technical expertise, including areas beyond direct work group, and strongly influences planning and execution of R&D projects.
• Regularly contribute to CPChem's IP estate by obtaining patents in area of expertise.
• Initiate, design, develop, and lead broad research projects requiring direct interaction with internal or external customers that deliver credible solutions.
• Develop and use predictive models for determining product properties based on the polymer architecture and structure property relationships.
• Resolve challenging and/or recurring problems by implementing fundamental solutions.
• Mentor one or more junior exempt employees in technology, monitoring tools, problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Prepare written reports, oral presentations and external publications summarizing experimental studies and/or R&D programs.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Chemistry
• Minimum 7 years of experience
• Must have clearly demonstrated the ability to develop and lead independent research projects
• Background in analytical techniques used to characterize polymer architecture

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with characterizing polyethylene materials using GPC, Rheology, CEF, TREF, and DSC
• Experience with high throughput experimentation and testing automation
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) approaches, data science or machine learning
• Demonstrated track record of conducting independent creative research with relevant industry experience
• Knowledge of polymer science including structure property relationships in polyolefin materials

Chevron Phillips Chemical offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and at most locations, alternate work schedules. To learn more about Chevron Phillips Chemical and to be considered for a position, please visit us online today at www.cpchem.com .

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Travel Requirements

Up to 10%

Eligibility for Relocation

Yes

Closing Date

11/05/2026