<img src="https://numattech.sharepoint.com/:i:/r/sites/OrgAssets/Images1/Logo%27s/Logo%20-%20Color/NumatTM_Logo_Full_color-small.png?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=BFx94uhttps://numattech.sharepoint.com/:i:/r/sites/OrgAssets/Images1/Logo%27s/Logo%20-%20Color/NumatTM_Logo_Full_color-small.png?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=BFx94u" style="max-width:100%;">SummaryLocation: Chicago, ILType: Full-Time Compensation: Competitive salary and equityBenefits: Health, Dental, Vision; Flexible PTO, FSA Benefits, 401K Savings Plan, Paid Parental Leave, Long-term Disability InsuranceReports to: Director of R&amp;DThe Company Numat is a global leader in the field of precision chemistries. Numat’s solutions are changing the way industries around the world capture and separate hazardous chemicals that negatively impact human health and the environment.  Numat has been at the forefront of Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) research and production for over a decade and is the first company to successfully commercialize MOFs. The company’s world-class platform integrates MOFs into existing products and processes, merging chemistry innovation with manufacturing at industrial scale.  Through bold and transformative chemistry, Numat helps its global customers and partners make meaningful progress toward their net-zero and innovation objectives. Be a part of something bigger, join our team. Job OverviewAs a staff scientist, this individual is responsible for leading projects and programs to invent, develop and scale MOF-enabled products Numat. They will be a technology leader within the organization, helping to define and drive Numat’s technology vision, innovation strategy, intellectual property portfolio, and product development roadmap.Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead projects and programs with cross-functional teams of scientists, engineers and technicians to invent, design, develop and scale new products.</li><li>Utilize statistical design of experiments and design for six sigma principles to drive efficiency and robustness in product development.</li><li>Build partnerships and work closely with functional peers in the technology organization to identify new capability opportunities and to establish strategic technology roadmap.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the business team to execute against existing business cases and provide technical insight to support new business case development.</li><li>Mentor junior staff to help develop technical talent internally.</li><li>Advance processes by improving efficiency and cost effectiveness through research and innovation, while assessing technologies and industry best practices.</li><li>Collaborate with academia, industry, and vendors to drive development and early adoption of novel process technologies.</li><li>Contribute to strategic initiatives; partner with senior leaders to set overall project strategy, and guide teams towards its execution.</li><li>Frequently publish/patent significant scientific work, maintain useful external contacts and participate in professional societies in a manner that will bring forth useful information and enhance the scientific reputation of both the individual and the company.</li><li>As applicable, seek out and help implement new technologies for the company and train employees in these new technologies and become the champion for these new technologies.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>PhD with 8+ years industry experience and background in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering or related field required</li><li>Experience in the following: industrials, specialty chemicals/materials, emissions control, environmental control (gas, liquid separations) sectors</li><li>Technical and commercial background in advanced materials, with preference for adsorbent-based technologies</li><li>Strong fundamental knowledge and subject matter expertise in recent technological advances, and challenges in the field</li><li>Expertise in directing the design, execution, analysis, and documentation of all stages of product development</li><li>Adaptability and agility to prioritize and deliver complex objectives, often on tight timelines, in a rapidly changing environment</li><li>Experience and aptitude to lead, work, and collaborate in internal and external cross-functional teams</li><li>Action-oriented, mindset for creativity; ability to take initiative, innovate, iterate, and problem-solve</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to coach and mentor staff to maximize talent development and utilization</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to distill complex information and present clearly</li><li>Experience using JMP, Minitab, R or other statistical software package</li></ul> NOTE:  **NO AGENCIES**Numat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or an unfavorable discharge from military service. We at Numat are committed to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Illinois Human Rights Act and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

NuMat has grown into a leader in the field of molecular manufacturing – designing, building and delivering fully engineered products and systems which are atomically precise. Their work now spans multiple end-markets (electronics, life science, transportation, chemicals, etc.) and process technologies.

Staff R&D Scientist

<img src="https://numattech.sharepoint.com/:i:/r/sites/OrgAssets/Images1/Logo%27s/Logo%20-%20Color/NumatTM_Logo_Full_color-small.png?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=BFx94uhttps://numattech.sharepoint.com/:i:/r/sites/OrgAssets/Images1/Logo%27s/Logo%20-%20Color/NumatTM_Logo_Full_color-small.png?csf=1&amp;web=1&amp;e=BFx94u">SummaryLocation: Chicago, ILType: Full-Time&nbsp;Compensation: Competitive salary and equityBenefits: Health, Dental, Vision; Flexible PTO, FSA Benefits, 401K Savings Plan, Paid Parental Leave, Long-term Disability InsuranceReports to:&nbsp;Director of R&amp;DThe Company&nbsp;Numat is a global leader in the field of precision chemistries. Numat’s solutions are changing the way industries around the world capture and separate hazardous chemicals that negatively impact human health and the environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;Numat has been at the forefront of Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) research and production for over a decade and is the first company to successfully commercialize MOFs. The company’s world-class platform integrates MOFs into existing products and processes, merging chemistry innovation with manufacturing at industrial scale.&nbsp;&nbsp;Through bold and transformative chemistry, Numat helps its global customers and partners make meaningful progress toward their net-zero and innovation objectives. Be a part of something bigger, join our team.&nbsp;Job OverviewAs a staff scientist, this individual is responsible for leading projects and programs to invent, develop and scale MOF-enabled products Numat. They will be a technology leader within the organization, helping to define and drive Numat’s technology vision, innovation strategy, intellectual property portfolio, and product development roadmap.Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead projects and programs with cross-functional teams of scientists, engineers and technicians to invent, design, develop and scale new products.</li><li>Utilize statistical design of experiments and design for six sigma principles to drive efficiency and robustness in product development.</li><li>Build partnerships and work closely with functional peers in the technology organization to identify new capability opportunities and to establish strategic technology roadmap.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the business team to execute against existing business cases and provide technical insight to support new business case development.</li><li>Mentor junior staff to help develop technical talent internally.</li><li>Advance processes by improving efficiency and cost effectiveness through research and innovation, while assessing technologies and industry best practices.</li><li>Collaborate with academia, industry, and vendors to drive development and early adoption of novel process technologies.</li><li>Contribute to strategic initiatives; partner with senior leaders to set overall project strategy, and guide teams towards its execution.</li><li>Frequently publish/patent significant scientific work, maintain useful external contacts and participate in professional societies in a manner that will bring forth useful information and enhance the scientific reputation of both the individual and the company.</li><li>As applicable, seek out and help implement new technologies for the company and train employees in these new technologies and become the champion for these new technologies.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>PhD with 8+ years industry experience and background in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering or related field required</li><li>Experience in the following: industrials, specialty chemicals/materials, emissions control, environmental control (gas, liquid separations) sectors</li><li>Technical and commercial background in advanced materials, with preference for adsorbent-based technologies</li><li>Strong fundamental knowledge and subject matter expertise in recent technological advances, and challenges in the field</li><li>Expertise in directing the design, execution, analysis, and documentation of all stages of product development</li><li>Adaptability and agility to prioritize and deliver complex objectives, often on tight timelines, in a rapidly changing environment</li><li>Experience and aptitude to lead, work, and collaborate in internal and external cross-functional teams</li><li>Action-oriented, mindset for creativity; ability to take initiative, innovate, iterate, and problem-solve</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to coach and mentor staff to maximize talent development and utilization</li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to distill complex information and present clearly</li><li>Experience using JMP, Minitab, R or other statistical software package</li></ul>&nbsp;NOTE:&nbsp; **NO AGENCIES**Numat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or an unfavorable discharge from military service. We at Numat are committed to compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Illinois Human Rights Act and the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Staff R&D Scientist

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