Senior Research Scientist, Process Chemistry - Decatur, IL

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** Job Description
**** Senior Research Scientist, Process Chemistry** **- Decatur, IL
** This is an exempt level position.
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* Position Summary:

** The Process Chemistry Group within the ADM Research and Development organization has an opening for a Senior Research Scientist. The qualified candidate will be expected to carry out and/or lead chemical process-related research projects within the ADM Research organization, located in Decatur, Illinois. Projects will relate to new and on-going products and process optimization. This position will interact with a broad range of functions, including production, engineering, other research interests, and ADM suppliers and contractors.

The candidate must have a solid understanding of organic reaction mechanisms, organic structure elucidation, reaction optimization, and practical/scalable purification techniques that will positively impact existing programs and provide insight into new opportunities. This role provides potential opportunities to lead projects and expand into broader leadership responsibilities within the organization.
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* Essential Functions:

*** 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
** Requirements:
*** 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…