R&D Technologist

INVISTA has an immediate need for a R&D Technologist. This role will be based out of our R&D facility in Katy, TX. The selected individual will contribute on our collaborative research team taking direction from one or more scientists to develop, execute, analyze, and document bench scale experimental processes to achieve research program goals.

The capabilities of this role include constructing, operating, troubleshooting, and maintaining lab scale reaction equipment and performing the necessary analytical functions to analyze, report, and document experimental results.

Laboratory skills needed for success in this role involve sample analysis (sample preparation, separation, derivatization, etc.), technical writing, and execution of analytical methods. Instrumentation skills could include the operation of Gas Chromatography (GC), Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and other laboratory instruments in support of these lab scale reaction systems.

What You Will Do

• Constructing, troubleshooting, and maintaining lab scale reaction equipment and apparatus (glass vessels and columns, autoclaves, heat exchange systems, pumps, etc.).
• Sampling and performing routine chemical analysis, including common analytical instruments such as Gas Chromatography (GC) and Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), in support of these lab scale reaction systems.
• Writing detailed procedures for safe and proper operation of such equipment.
• Using appropriate experimental techniques for manipulating air and moisture sensitive materials (Schlenk line and/or glove box techniques).
• Maintaining written documentation of experiments and data, providing preliminary statistical analysis of data and interpretation of experimental results, and preparing written reports. Must be capable of summarizing data and making recommendations for achieving experimental goals.
• Following prescribed safe work practices for handling chemicals in use and operation of reaction equipment and related systems (laboratory operations may involve handling highly flammable, corrosive and toxic chemicals such as hydrogen, hydrogen cyanide, ammonia, carbon monoxide, nitriles, amines, etc.).
• Working in a team environment where analytical methods, equipment, and procedures are developed in a collaborative environment.
• Communicating the value created from experimental results.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• BS or higher in Chemistry OR post-secondary degree in Process Technology with laboratory experience
• Experience applying laboratory skills (pipetting, weighing, diluting, mixing, and transferring chemicals)
• Willing and able to stand for extended periods of time and regularly lift up to 10 pounds (occasionally up to 25 pounds as needs permit)
• Willing and able to wear all required PPE which can include safety glasses, hearing protection, goggles, hard hats, FRC, acid suits, respirators and encapsulated per the Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

What Will Put You Ahead

• Two (2) or more years' industrial laboratory experience with quantitative sample preparation, Gas Chromatic Graph, Liquid Chromatic Graph

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, INVISTA has a long history of working to make the world around you a better place. From parts for the automotive industry to medical equipment, airbags, food packaging, and clothing, our ingredients in the nylon 6,6 and polypropylene value chains help bring many of life's essential products to market.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

In order to comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of:

1. U.S. Citizenship or lawful permanent resident status, or

2. Be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the Export Control Regulations

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.

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