Title: Principal Scientist, Product & Technology Development, WS, Americas

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day. At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference. Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.

We are seeking a driven Principal Scientist for our Water Solutions business unit. As a member of the Atlanta Product and Technology Development team, you will be a critical part of a dynamic and diverse technical group focused on implementing new technologies that align with Kemira’s growth strategy.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Subject matter expert in the area of water treating technologies.
• Partners with multiple functions (Applications, Sales, Product line management, Research & Innovation, PSRA, Manufacturing, IP) to develop new products/concepts, application areas consistent with Water Solutions business strategy
• Key technical contact for strategic customer, university and research institutes collaboration. Interprets Customer needs and recommends new development programs.
• Plans, coordinates and carries out complex cross-functional development projects within agreed on time and budget. Accountable for project deliverables.
• Partner with application and commercial team to demonstrate value of developed technologies through field trials, analysis of outcomes and communication with customers.
• Design custom test procedures, and identify or build custom equipment to test material and product attributes to validate features and benefits of new technologies.
• Develop application screening techniques to deliver representative results applicable to customer specific needs.
• Contribute to the business product and technology development strategy.
• Interface with Research & Innovation to propose and steer selected long term research and innovation activities. Transition projects to development once proof of technical and commercial concept proven.
• Prepare and present written reports, publications and presentations that are concise, clearly understood and contain appropriate conclusions and recommendations.
• Travel required (10-20%).

What you will bring to the team:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or equivalent area with 5+ years industrial experiences, or
• M.S. in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering or equivalent area with + 8 years industrial experiences.
• Ambition to develop new competences concise with water solution strategic business areas
• In-depth knowledge of Water Treating applications and technologies.
• Proven track record developing and implementing new product and technologies from concept through commercialization.
• Ability to work and influence in a cross functional environment
• Strong project management skills
• Strong data analysis and interpretation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Possess strong Customer interaction skills
• Experience in lab development, scale up and customer trials to demonstrate value to the Customer.
• Ability to work in time driven fashion, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to take initiative to address issues and proactively find solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in technical communication.
• Possess good Customer interaction skills.

What you can expect from us:

• Excellent environment for further developing and expanding your strengths and competencies as an expert in the water industry.
• A multicultural and positive working environment
• Work in a Global company that is committed to innovation, care for people and is dedicated to customer success.
• Attractive benefits package

Join Kemira and create better every day

Please apply with CV no later than February 28, 2025 at kemira.com/careers.

Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemical solutions for water-intensive industries. Our customers include industrial and municipal water treatment operators, and pulp & paper industry among others. We provide the best-suited products and services to improve our customers’ product quality, process, and resource efficiency. Our focus is on water treatment, renewable solutions, and digital services. In 2023, Kemira had annual revenue of around EUR 3.4 billion and around 5,000 employees. Kemira shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. For more information, please visit our web site www.kemira.com/careers and LinkedIn.