Managing Scientist - Chemistry Or Materials Chemistry

Exponent is a leading engineering and scientific consulting firm that brings together more than 90 different disciplines to solve the most pressing and complicated challenges facing stakeholders today. Our vision is to engage the brightest scientists and engineers to empower clients with solutions for a safe, healthy, sustainable and technologically complex world. We leverage over 50 years of experience in analyzing accidents and failures to advise clients as they innovate their technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

We employ experts from top programs at over 500 universities and from a variety of industries. We are expanding and are excited about your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 1100+ Team members
• 900+ Consultants
• 550+ Ph.D.s
• 30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking a Managing Scientist in our Polymer Science & Materials Chemistry Practice in Menlo Park, CA. In this role you will perform technical consulting responsibilities, develop business and assist with expanding the practice.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing client relationships and converting business opportunities to project work suitable for the practice, and the firm
• Leading projects for failure analysis, product development and expert witness engagements in requisite areas of expertise
• Inspecting, scientifically analyzing, report writing and testifying for project engagements that address chemistry related issues in product/process development, manufacturing and product use
• Participating in management activities including junior staff development, business planning and administrative responsibilities

You will have the following skills and qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, or Analytical Chemistry
• Practical, hands-on experience is required. Experience in an industrial setting with at least three (3) years of industrial experience. Consulting experience is preferred
• Proficiency in multiple analytical characterization techniques for the determination of chemical and/or polymer properties is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with industrial standards and FDA, ICH, USP lab quality regulations is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute experimental programs in a laboratory setting using appropriate physical and analytical techniques
• Experience with extractables and leachables (E&L) testing and material biocompatability evaluations is prefered
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of the physical, chemical and mechanical behavior of polymers is desired
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong educational, industrial/practical and publication credentials
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage teams

Please visit the following link to learn how Exponent and our staff are making an impact: https://info.exponent.com/our-impact

We value and encourage diversity, equity and inclusion across all facets of our firm. Having a team built of people with different backgrounds, skills and perspectives allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.

Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at +1 (650) 688-6968 or email hr@exponent.com.