Job ID

29039

**Research Scientist-Hydrometallurgy,**

Regular

Tempe - AZ, United States of America (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Tempe - AZ,United States of America) Niagara Falls, Canada Stamford - CT, United States of America (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Stamford - CT,United States of America) My candidate profile

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

**We are looking for:**

We are explorers creating breakthroughs that advance humanity. Our Mining Solutions team is accelerating electrification, the energy transition, and hyper connectivity through innovative reagent-based solutions. We are looking for a **Research Scientist** to join our Metal Extraction Products research team. The Metals Extraction Products division within Mining Solutions is a global leader in solvent extraction chemistry for copper, cobalt/nickel, and lithium separations.

The Research Scientist will be responsible for developing new products and solutions in the field of hydrometallurgy, with a focus on solvent extraction processes for the recovery of metals from aqueous solutions.

**We count on you for:**

+ Design, perform or oversee laboratory experiments to support new product and process development in the field of hydrometallurgy

+ Document laboratory observations, analyze results, and effectively communicate them to members of the project team

+ Perform all duties safely using appropriate safety precautions and personal protective equipment (PPE)

+ Comply to all internal and external safety standards

+ Maintain laboratory instrumentation, chemicals, and supplies

+ Research and propose new technologies to address industry trends and unmet customer needs

+ Prepare new patent applications for Syensqo created IP

+ Prepare and present technical presentations, articles, and training for internal and external use

**You will bring:**

+ MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Metallurgy

+ Strong applied chemistry skills with 5+ years’ experience in an industrial product or process development laboratory setting

+ Experience in the field of hydrometallurgy preferred

+ Knowledge of solvent extraction operation, chemistry and testing methods an asset

+ Familiarity with the use of chemistry/thermodynamic simulation software for process design and optimization

+ Proficiency with a variety of computer software packages including Google and Microsoft platforms

+ A proven record of innovative thinking and problem solving

+ Willingness and ability to learn new technologies to match diverse industry needs

+ Must have a high degree of initiative and actively seek new tasks and job responsibilities

+ High attention to detail

**You will get:**

+ Competitive salary and benefits package.

+ The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $90,880 to $113,600 per year Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

+ 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

+ Training platform for all employees

+ Free language courses (24 languages available)

+ Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

**Additional Information:**

+ Occasional travel required to internal labs and customer sites to support new product introduction (travel assumed at <20%)

About us

+ Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.

+ At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

\#As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.

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