Scientist, Research Scientist

Basic Function

This position will independently define goals and working programs within defined research areas and can successfully achieve them with cross‑functional teams. Compiles the latest scientific findings in relevant fields so that they can be used in communication to the business leaders in the company. Ensures that the other scientists and associates in their teams are applying state‑of‑the‑art scientific methods and work practices and actively leads activities that increase the scientific reputation of Omya in the relevant industries through publications, presentations, and patents.

Omya‑wide the Subject Matter Expert in a certain field of expertise.

• Problem Solving & Decision Making
  • Can independently define goals and working programs within defined research areas. Can successfully achieve goals with cross‑functional teams.
  • Regularly assesses technical literature to learn and apply the most effective technologies from both within and outside of Omya.
  • Demonstrates in‑depth knowledge and proactively applies the scientific method or engineering design process and statistics across multiple disciplines leveraging Omya’s resources.
• Leadership
  • Has demonstrated the ability to lead project teams and define scope and deliverables more broadly than a technical subject matter expert.
  • Seeks to leverage external networks for project success and engages regularly in appropriate scientific / professional communities.
  • Coaches others and embodies consistent examples of Omya Leadership attributes.
  • Able to make a compelling case for recommendations to functional group or business unit.
• Communication Skills
  • Delivers presentations or reports that distil complex ideas into clear results and proposals for varied audiences.
  • Actively leads activities that increase the scientific reputation of Omya in the relevant industries through peer‑reviewed publications, presentations, patents.
  • Capable of representing Omya externally.
• Business Impact/Accountability
  • Aligns project proposals with functional group and business unit goals.
  • Understands business unit strategies and partners with others to translate technology benefits into business opportunities.
• Sphere of Influence
  • Persuades / Influences Leadership Establishing internal and external reputation as a subject matter expert in a specific technical field, proactively applying knowledge within business units to deliver technical solutions.
• Intellectual Property and Documentation
  • Monitors the competition and market trends relative to Omya IP positions and integrates the information into business unit activities and projects.
  • Develops patents, trade secrets and/or other intellectual property that provides a significant strategic business advantage.
• People, Values, Ethics, and SHE
  • Acts as a role model to others by consistently demonstrating the highest SHE standards and lives by the Omya values.
  • Actively engages team and self to progress development of Omya leadership attributes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in natural sciences or engineering. Advanced degree preferred. 3‑8 years relevant experience.
• Collaboration, networking, and convincing communication capabilities, particularly with senior internal leadership and the external re‑search community.
• Proficiency in statistical experimental design and advanced data analysis methodologies.
• Affinity to creativity and to “think out of the box”. Ability to give day‑to‑day guidance to associate scientists and laboratory technicians.
• Up to 20% travel (Domestic and International) will be required.
• Must possess current US employment authorization; sponsorship not available for this position.
• EOE