Research Scientist – Polymer Synthesis
2 days ago
🏢 In-office - Los Angeles
Description
• Design and synthesize new polymeric materials with tailored properties for DAC applications. • Develop and optimize synthetic routes and processes for high-performance sorbents. • Scale up polymer synthesis from laboratory to pilot-scale production. • Develop sorbent materials with high capacity and selectivity for CO2 capture. • Characterize the physicochemical properties of sorbents, including surface area, porosity, and chemical stability. • Conduct performance testing and evaluation of sorbents in simulated DAC environments. • Stay current with advancements in polymer chemistry and DAC technologies. • Identify and implement new research methodologies and technologies to improve sorbent materials. • Stay updated on the latest literature and review recent articles on sorbent materials for Direct Air Capture. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers, chemists, and technologists, to integrate sorbents into DAC systems. • Provide technical expertise and support for ongoing projects • Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
Requirements
• Ph.D. in Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on polymer synthesis or sorbent development. • 4+ years of experience in sorbent development for CO2 capture with the focus on polymer sorbents • Demonstrated experience in polymer synthesis, characterization, and application. • Experience with sorbent materials for gas separation or CO2 capture is highly desirable. • Proven track record of successful research projects and publications in relevant fields. • Strong knowledge of polymer chemistry, different polymerization techniques, and materials characterization techniques (e.g., BET, SEM, TGA, FTIR, DRIFT, NMR).
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