Senior Research Scientist, Process Chemistry - Decatur, IL

Archer Daniels Midland

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• Perform all job functions in accordance with company safety guidelines
• Ensure lab technicians, contract employees, and other co-workers comply with ADM laboratory standards
• Develop experimental plans both independently, and in collaboration with the Process Chemistry Group Manager and project stakeholders to accomplish project goals
• Apply process optimization principles to identify and implement process improvements
• Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) studies
• Synthesize, isolate, and purify compounds, intermediates, and derivatives using appropriate techniques
• Acquire and interpret analytical and physical data to assess compound identity and purity
• Conduct literature and patent research
• Master set up, maintenance, and operation of laboratory reactor systems and data-acquisition software for continuous and batch reactions
• Generate, analyze, and interpret experimental data using scientific and statistical methods
• Communicate research progress through reports, presentations, and verbal updates
• Maintain laboratory organization, cleanliness, and safety compliance
• Collaborate across teams to develop and transfer processes to manufacturing
• Communicate with ADM colleagues, contractors, and suppliers, sending clear, appropriate and concise messages that express ideas, interpretations, and feedback
•  Work collaboratively in a team setting, contributing to team cohesion and trust.
• Work productively and efficiently by being organized and prepared while supporting and assisting fellow team members whenever necessary
• Participate in safety reviews with colleagues on a variety of projects

• Ph.D. in chemistry or chemical engineering, with 5-10 years of experience in process scale-up in the chemical or pharmaceutical industry
• Demonstrated expertise in the design and execution of experimental plans for evaluation and optimization of diverse chemical processes
• Experience in specialized and/or high pressure/temperature reactor design and operation is preferred
• Ability to design and perform experiments including the selection of sampling procedures, analytical methods, and some routine analytical analysis
• Ability to design, set up, operate and maintain lab and pilot equipment
• Knowledge and experience with wide range of analytical instrumentation especially NMR, HPLC, GC, GC-MS, LC-MS, FT-IR, and UV-Vis
• Knowledge of safe hazardous material handling and hazard communication requirements and procedures
• Working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Office
• Ability to function independently while interacting with ADM management, facility management, and ADM contract employees
• Effective writing and oral communication skills, strong organizational skills, and meticulous attention to detail
• Maintain confidential and highly sensitive information

• Ability to sit, stand, or work in a laboratory environment for extended periods
• Ability to safely lift and handle equipment up to 50 pounds
• Capability to move gas cylinders and use hand and power tools
• Ability to operate standard office and laboratory equipment

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