Chevron Corporation
Lead Research & Development Specialist
Richmond, California, United States of America
No sponsorship$120k-$238kDetected 7 days ago
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About the role
- Total Number of Openings 1 Chevron is seeking an R&D Scientist / Senior R&D Scientist to join the Catalytic Materials Team at the Richmond Technology Center (RTC) in Richmond, California.
- This is a highly hands-on laboratory role with a strong emphasis on zeolite synthesis, directing technician-supported experimental programs, and advancing new materials from concept through technical evaluation.
- Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.
Responsibilities
- Design, plan, and execute R&D projects focused on zeolite synthesis, modification, and characterization.
- Lead laboratory programs to develop novel zeolitic and porous materials for catalytic applications.
- Develop synthesis methodologies and optimize preparation routes to improve material performance and reproducibility.
- Collaborate with analytical laboratories to characterize synthesized materials using techniques such as XRD, adsorption measurements, spectroscopy, microscopy, and elemental analysis.
- Work closely with catalyst testing teams to evaluate catalyst performance and develop structure-performance relationships.
- Maintain a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and Chevron's Tenets of Operation.
- Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, business partners, and external research organizations.
- Proven ability to design and execute experimental programs independently.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Requirements
- Demonstrated hands-on laboratory experience in zeolite synthesis, modification, and characterization.
- Demonstrated expertise in heterogeneous catalysis for hydrocarbon conversion processes.
- Experience directing, mentoring, or coordinating technician-supported laboratory work.
- Strong understanding of materials characterization methods, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), adsorption measurements, and related analytical techniques.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship from Chevron.
- The ideal candidate is a highly motivated experimental scientist who enjoys solving complex synthesis and catalysis challenges through hands-on laboratory research.
- Experience with catalyst testing, scale-up, and digital research tools is desirable but not required.
Nice to have
- 1+ years of industrial, national laboratory, or post-doctoral experience following completion of a Ph.D.
- Preferred experience range: 3-15 years post-Ph.D.
- Experience in zeolite synthesis, catalyst development, heterogeneous catalysis, or porous materials research.
- Experience with catalyst preparation, catalyst testing, and interpretation of catalytic performance data.
- Experience with zeolite or catalyst scale-up from laboratory to pilot or commercial scale.
- Demonstrated record of innovation through patents, publications, or technology commercialization.
- Experience working with hydro processing, petrochemical, renewable fuels, or related hydrocarbon conversion technologies.
Skills
- Technical Skills
- Zeolite synthesis and characterization
- Heterogeneous catalysis
- Hydrocarbon conversion
- Catalyst development
- Catalyst testing
- Materials characterization
- XRD and structural analysis
- Experimental design
- Data analysis
- Porous materials
- Hydrothermal synthesis
Compensation
- The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,300 - $237,800.
Benefits
- The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law.
- Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.
Company info
- We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Equal opportunity
- Equal Opportunity employer.
- If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at emplymnt@chevron.com.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position
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