Thermodynamics Senior Research Investigator

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CREATING ESSENTIAL CHEMISTRY THAT THE WORLD NEEDS

At Chemours, our people are redefining how the world thinks of chemistry by approaching everything we do with a commitment to delivering Trusted Chemistry that creates better lives and helps communities thrive. That begins with how we use our science, data, and unmatched technical expertise to develop market-leading products with the highest levels of performance, sustainability, and safety in the industry.

Powered by chemistry, our products are used in applications that make the products we rely on, processes, and new technologies possible. In key sectors such as clean energy, advanced electronics, high-performance computing and AI, climate friendly cooling, and high-quality paints and coatings for homes and industrial infrastructure---sustainable solutions and more modern living depend on Chemours chemistry.

Chemours is seeking a Thermodynamics Senior Research Investigator to join our growing Thermal & Specialized Solutions (TSS) team. This position will be available at the global R&D center Discovery Hub in Newark, DE and report directly to the Core Services Manager

In the TSS business, we harness next-generation, low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) technology to provide market driven innovations to customers in the areas of Refrigerants, Propellants, Fire Protection, Foam Blowing Agents and heat transfer fluids for Thermal Management used in various systems for building and construction segments, Mobile and Stationary heating, Data Centers and cooling systems to name a few. Our technology organization consists of experts in the areas of fluorine chemistry, catalysis, process development, engineering, analytical and formulation science, and application development.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Utilize expertise in thermodynamics to support TSS business across functions including research and development, plant operations, new capital projects, and sustainability.

• Consult with manufacturing and R&D groups in the areas of thermophysical properties and phase equilibria (VLE, VLLE, LLE, SLE).

• Provide thermodynamics data packages including optimized thermodynamic and developed chemical process models for Aspen Plus and potentially other simulation software. Train and help other R&D colleagues in deploying the thermophysical property data packages.

• Assist with designing new physical property measurement systems based on project needs, as well as system validation experimental design.

• Provide thermophysical and phase equilibria data to support process development, environmental and sustainability teams.

• Create thermal systems simulation models using available in-house and/or commercial software like Dymola.

• Provide patent examples and other relevant data for intellectual property (IP) development. Opportunity to be co-inventor on patent and other IP generation.

• Support projects related to automotive thermal management, residential and commercial air conditioning and heating, data center cooling, commercial and industrial refrigeration, and thermal insulation.

• Analyze data independently, draw statistically based conclusions, and determine next steps.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the organization, customers, and partners.

The following is required for this role:

• PhD OR MS with at least 5 years of relevant work experience in Chemical, Mechanical or related engineering field.

• Specialization in thermodynamics with expertise in nonelectrolyte systems.

• Experience with activity coefficient models and equation of state models.

• Proficiency with assignment of transport properties (viscosity, conductivity, etc.) to complex chemical systems.

• Expertise in the application of thermodynamics models in chemical process simulation software.

• Knowledge of thermal systems modeling and simulation.

• Good interpersonal and written/oral communication skills, excellent presentation skills, and the ability to work well with all levels in the organization.

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple, complex, time-sensitive projects.

• Ability to work in a team environment with a high degree of initiative and self-motivation and flexibility to monitor and move projects forward quickly and safely.

The following is preferred for this role:

• Expertise programming in Python.

• Expertise in modeling chemical processes.

• Experience using standard modeling and thermodynamics packages (MathCad, MATLAB, REFPROP, OLI AQ or MSE, FactSage, Thermo-Calc, MTDATA, etc.).

• Familiarity with chemical process modeling packages (Aspen Plus, etc.).

• Expertise in quantum chemical calculations, e.g. DFT or other approximations of first principles, and experience with programs like Gaussian.

• Knowledge or the desire to learn fluorochemical science and related application technologies.

• Relevant experience working on refrigeration or air conditioning equipment at component (e.g., compressors, heat exchangers, etc.) or system level (e.g., commercial, residential, or automotive system).

Benefits:

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Benefits Packages

401(k) Match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Benefits

Learning and Development Opportunities

Strong Inclusion and Diversity Initiatives

Company-paid Volunteer Day

We’re a different kind of chemistry company because we see our people as our biggest assets. Instead of focusing just on what our employees do each day, we look at how they do it—by taking a different approach to talent development, employee engagement, and culture. Our goal is to empower employees to be their best selves, at Chemours and in life.

Pay Range (in local currency):

$105,280.00 - $164,500.00

Chemours Level:

26

Annual Bonus Target:

11%

At Chemours, you will find sustainability in our vision, our business and your future. If you want to work on the leading edge of your field and have a desire to make a difference, join Chemours and discover what it means when we say "We Are Living Chemistry."