523 Research Support jobs in the United States

Research Support Specialist
**Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):**
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in molecular biology, fungal genetics, or closely related field. Experience with research activities related to molecular biology and/or fungal genetics. Experience in operating equipment, carrying out test procedures, and using special methods for data collation and interpretation.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Advanced degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in molecular biology or fungal genetics.
**Brief Description of Duties:**
Within defined test or analytical protocols, operate equipment, carry out test procedures, as well as collate and interpret data using special methods in support of a research project or program for Dr. Maurizio Del Poeta in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology.
The successful incumbent will have excellent interpersonal skills, exercising strong organizational and time-management skills with exceptional attention to detail. Essential for this role is the adeptness to work independently as well as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem solving.
**Duties:**
+ Conduct experiments; provide technical laboratory support, and/or animal handling to assist with experiments conducted.
+ Perform literature search; staying current in the field by reading and discussing the literature and experimental results with the supervisor and/or PI.
+ Collect data, record observations measurements and prepare reports for review of supervisor and or PI.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Special Notes:**
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Non-Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
**_Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws._**
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at ( or visit OEA ( .
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SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work. ( starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.**
**Job Number:** 2502735
**Official Job Title:** : Research Support Specialist
**Job Field** : Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
**Primary Location** : US-NY-Stony Brook
**Department/Hiring Area:** : Microbiology and Immunology
**Schedule** : Part-time
**Shift** : Day Shift **Shift Hours:** : 9:00 am - 1:00 pm :
**Posting Start Date** : Jul 18, 2025
**Posting End Date** : Aug 1, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
**Salary:** : $38,000
**Appointment Type:** : Regular
**Salary Grade:** : N11
**SBU Area:** : The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook
**Req ID:** 2502735

Research Support Specialist
**Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):**
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in hand or to be obtained by August 1, 2025. Experience with research activities.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Master's Degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Psychology in hand or to be obtained by August ,1 2025. Experience with Polysomnography data collection. Experience with psychological data collection. Experience with SPSS, R, MATLAB, and/or other research software or coding. Experience working with children and families. Experience with scheduling. Experience maintaining data spreadsheets. Experience in running human subjects research.
**Brief Description of Duties:**
The Sleep and Emotion in Childhood Lab (ALFANO Lab, PI: Candice Alfano) in the Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University is seeking a Research Support Specialist to assist with coordinating and conducting studies. Research in the lab uses multimethod assessment approaches to understanding the connections between sleep and emotional functioning in youth toward the development of evidence-based interventions. The Research Support Specialist will work closely with the PI and be involved in all aspects of the research process. To assist in studies examining how sleep patterns impact daytime socioemotional functioning in children and adolescents.
**Duties:**
+ Conducting research visits.
+ Assisting with Sleep Lab set up.
+ Managing data.
+ Scheduling.
+ Training and mentoring.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Special Notes:**
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Non-Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
**_Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws._**
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at ( or visit OEA ( .
_In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act_ a _copy of our crime statistics can be viewed_ here ( _._
Visit our WHY WORK HERE ( page to learn about the **total rewards** we offer.
SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work. ( starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.**
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**Job Number:** 2502556
**Official Job Title:** : Research Support Specialist
**Job Field** : Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
**Primary Location** : US-NY-Stony Brook
**Department/Hiring Area:** : Psychology
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Shift** : Day Shift **Shift Hours:** : 8:30-5:00 :
**Posting Start Date** : Jul 8, 2025
**Posting End Date** : Jul 22, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
**Salary:** : $38,000 - $45,000, commensurate with experience
**Appointment Type:** : Regular
**Salary Grade:** : N11
**SBU Area:** : The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook
**Req ID:** 2502556

Research Support Specialist
**Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):**
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Six (6) months of experience in a research laboratory involving brain imaging of human patients with drug addiction (student experience/internship and/or volunteer work may be considered).
**Preferred Qualifications:**
Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in a field relevant to human subjects research: e.g., Psychology, Cognitive Science. Experience involving direct interaction with drug-addicted patients. Experience within a university medical center (student experience/internship and/or volunteer work may be considered). Experience administering MRI, fMRI, or EEG tasks and procedures in a research setting. Experience with data collection and management for research purposes. Research experience within two or more (2 ) research labs. Experience with opioid use disorder patients.
**Brief Description of Duties:**
The Research Support Specialist (RSS) will support behavioral (e.g., laboratory tasks, specimen collection), brain imaging (e.g., MRI, PET, EEG, etc.), and/or neuromodulation (e.g., rTMS) clinical research studies of patients with substance use disorders and healthy individuals. Some patients with substance use disorder may have comorbid psychiatric illnesses, most notably schizophrenia. The RSS will directly interact with study participants (and occasionally participant collaterals), scanner technicians, and other research and clinical personnel (principal investigators, MDs, etc.). The RSS will also recruit and screen study participants, and accompany participants to MRI and/or PET scans and/or TMS sessions as applicable, during which they will run multiple behavioral and imaging tasks as well as collect study-related information. Travel to treatment facilities and clinics for patient recruitment or onsite study procedures may be required occasionally. The RSS will set up and utilize computer and other specialized research equipment. The RSS will also maintain the integrity of collected data in an electronic database and provide reports to the PI as needed, update the study protocol documents when required, manage medical charts, and ensure compliance with all Institutional Review Board policies. The successful incumbent must have excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time-management skills. They will also have a passion for research and a dedication to complying with all applicable regulatory requirements.
**Duties:**
+ Conduct onsite study procedures with patients and healthy controls.
+ Recruit, screen, and schedule research participants.
+ Maintain study charts for ensuring IRB compliance.
+ Maintain collected data in an electronic database.
+ Help maintain a federal funded study budget with respect to participant payments, receipt reconciliation, Principal Investigator travel, and ordering study supplies.
+ Assist in managing volunteer research assistants.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**Special Notes:**
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Non-Exempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
**_Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws._**
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the university Office of Equity and Access (OEA) at ( or visit OEA ( .
_In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act_ a _copy of our crime statistics can be viewed_ here ( _._
Visit our WHY WORK HERE ( page to learn about the **total rewards** we offer.
SUNY Research Foundation: A Great Place to Work. ( starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.**
**Job Number:** 2502629
**Official Job Title:** : Research Support Specialist
**Job Field** : Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
**Primary Location** : US-NY-Stony Brook
**Department/Hiring Area:** : Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Shift** : Day Shift **Shift Hours:** : 9-5 :
**Posting Start Date** : Jul 10, 2025
**Posting End Date** : Jul 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
**Salary:** : $38,000-$46,000
**Appointment Type:** : Regular
**Salary Grade:** : N11
**SBU Area:** : The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook
**Req ID:** 2502629

**All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:**
+ Benefits from Day One
+ Paid Days Off from Day One
+ Career Development
+ Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
+ Mental Health Resources and Support
+ Pet Insurance*
**Our promise to you:**
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better.
**Schedule:** Full-Time
**Shift** : Days, M-F 6:30am - 3:15pm
**Location:** 601 EAST ROLLINS STREET, Orlando, 32803
**The community youll be caring for:**
Located on a lush tropical campus, our flagship hospital, 1,368-bed AdventHealth Orlando
We offer great benefits with immediate Health Insurance coverage
Career growth and advancement potential
Serves as the major tertiary facility for much of the Southeast, the Caribbean and South America
AdventHealth Orlando houses one of the largest Emergency Departments and largest cardiac catheterization labs in the country
We are already one of the busiest hospitals in the nation, providing service excellence to more than 32,000 inpatients and 125,000 outpatients each year
**The role youll contribute:**
The Research Support Assistant will assist the Clinical Research Coordinators (CRC)/Research Nurse in the conduct of Phase I-IV industry-sponsored and investigator-initiated clinical trials in accordance with trial protocols, FDA Regulations, and ICH/GCP Guidelines. The Research Support Assistant is immediately accountable to the CRC/CRN and works with them and other study team members to meet study-specific goals and timelines and communicates appropriately and effectively with other members of the study team (both internal staff and external collaborators). Assists with the recruiting needs of specific protocols and works with the team to meet these goals. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all
**The value youll bring to the team:**
+ Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealths Core Values of Integrity, The Research Support Assistant is responsible for accurate and timely submission or filing of data forms, angiography, echocardiology, radiology and/or laboratory materials. Abstracts and records essential physical and test data. Submits data in time frame specified. Maintains study chart to coincide with current protocol and research participant visits. Responds to data clarification requests (queries) in a timely manner.
+ Supports the CRC/CRN by assisting with: subject recruitment (assisting with subject prescreening); ensuring maintenance of proper research certifications; project timelines updates; and literary searches. Enters and updates information in to the data base for recruiting. Assists with study close out activities.
+ Supports the research team by: creating/maintaining accurate files; copying, scanning, uploading, faxing and emailing documents as necessary; and being proactive in process improvement ideas.
+ Communicates appropriately and effectively with investigators, scientists, APRNs, CRNs, industry collaborators, study monitors, physician offices, ancillary departments, staff and patients.
+ Conforms to all standards of good research practice and abides by current IRB, FDA, federal, state and institutional regulations pertaining to human subjects research, including the use of institutional and departmental SOPs. Understands and abides by HIPAA regulations.
+ Understands the protocol document and performs required activities as exhibited through collaboration with the CRC/CRN. Participates in initial and ongoing protocol training as necessary for the study requirements. Communicates with the CRC/CRN incoming data and any inconsistencies.
+ The Research Associate is responsible for maintaining personal professional growth and contributes to the growth of team members. Maintains adequate skills in technology as necessary for the study execution. Willingly participates in the orientation of new employees. Proactive in process improvement ideas. The CRA will contribute to providing the highest levels of customer service by maintaining open communication with other research staff and participating in inter and/or intradepartmental discussions relevant to research.
+ Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department or section.
Qualifications
**The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:**
**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:**
+ Strong interpersonal skills to interact and maintain good relationships with a broad spectrum of healthcare disciplines and the public.
+ Excellent organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills with extreme attention to detail.
+ Ability to work independently at a steady pace, performing multiple tasks and accommodate changing priorities.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office applications of Word, Outlook and Internet Skills
**EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:**
+ Associate degree in health science, or related field, **OR**
+ 3 years equivalent administrative/professional experience, **OR**
+ 2 years clinical research experience
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
**Category:** Research
**Organization:** AdventHealth Orlando
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Shift:** 1 - Day
**Req ID:** 25026445
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of SCCC has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Project Manager, Research Support to work at the UHealth Medical Campus in Miami, FL.

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager, Research Support will be responsible for carrying out tasks in accordance with all strategic initiatives and objectives to fulfill the mission and vision of the University of Miami and the Office of Community, Outreach, and Engagement (COE) at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center (Sylvester). Projects will be defined by Sylvester leadership working collaboratively with the Director, Project Management Office (Sylvester Research Administration).

The incumbent in this position will be responsible for all aspects of the project life cycle (initiation, planning, execution, control, and close). The Project Manager will be responsible for assembling project teams, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of projects. The Project Manager takes projects from original concept through final implementation-interfacing with all areas affected by the project including end users, stakeholders and vendors and ensures adherence to quality standards.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manages complex projects and initiatives of high priority for Cancer Center Leadership.

• Incorporates timelines and deadlines into project plans for successful monitoring of progress and completion.

• Provides quality assurance for assigned deliverables.

• Manages tight timelines ensuring quick turnaround for successful project delivery.

• Manages and implements project work plans.

• Coordinates and implements change management, when necessary.

• Partner with multiple department and sub-divisions within SCCC (finance, research, IT, grants, patient care etc.).

• Manages and coordinates agendas, meetings, and workflows for all project meetings.

• Detail oriented ensuring completion and reports to leaders with regard to project status.

• Facilitate communication and serve as resource to cancer center faculty and staff to ensure successful completion and submission of all project-related milestones (i.e., kickoff, progress updates, closure/handoffs, etc.)

• Manage performance monitoring and metrics for initiatives and other projects as assigned.

COREQUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Bachelorsdegreeinrelevantfieldrequired

CertificationandLicensing:

PMPcertificationstronglyencouraged

Experience:

Minimum 3yearsofrelevantexperience

Knowledge,SkillsandAttitudes:

• Skillincollecting,organizing,andanalyzingdata.

• Abilitytorecognize,analyze,andsolveavarietyofproblems.

• Abilitytoexercisesoundjudgmentinmakingcriticaldecisions.

• Knowledge of business and management principles.

• Ability to direct, manage, implement, and evaluate department operations.

• Ability to establish department goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.

• Ability to effectively plan, delegate and/or supervise the work of others.

• Ability to lead, motivate, develop and train others.

• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

• Commitment to the University's core values.

• Well-versed in Microsoft Office products: SharePoint (administration experience preferred), MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Adobe Acrobat.

• Proficiency in using Project Management software preferred (i.e. Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, Asana).

Department Specifics:

PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT

Strong project management skills with proven problem-solving abilities and experience with differentproject methodologies.

• TracksmetricsandROIsonallprojectsandisabletoreportonthem.

• Abilitytoidentifyneedsoftheprojectareaandworkswithdirectortobuildbudgetsandforecast needs.

• Preparesreportsandanalyticsforexternalandinternalconstituents.

• Works with director to develop report schedules, data repository and data tracking methodsto supportdecisionmakingoperationalexcellenceinallareasofadministration.

• Priorprojectmanagementexperience.

• Excellentorganizational,communication(oralandwritten),andinterpersonalskills.

• Applyprojectmanagementskillsetasneeded.

• Superiorteambuildingskillsandabilitytocollaboratewellwithothers.

• Abilitytoreviewandanalyzeinformationanddata,identifyquestions/problemsfromthis informationanddata,conductresearchtoascertainpossiblesolutions.

• Ability to organize and present information to small and large groups in an informative andinteresting manner.

• Responsible for tracking and updating key documents for review including Memorandums ofUnderstandingsandreportsofprogressasrequired.

• Responsibleforscheduling,meetingtrackingandminutetaking.

• Monitors the performance of the project team and ensures that assignments are accomplished asscheduledandaccordingtospecifiedobjectives.

• Serves as liaison between technical and non-technical teams and vendor/subcontractororganizations, to ensure all project targets and requirements are met.

• Monitors the progress of project and notifies management of issues/risks and assists in theirresolution.

• Pursues ways to improve operations and provides management with productivity and statusreports.

• Establishes and works on priorities, which meet the departmental goals and objectives, andidentifies areas of continuous improvement.

• Implements actionplansorinitiativestoachievegoalsandobjectives.

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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

A12
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Research Support Administrator Level 1

OPS Consulting is seeking an experienced Research Support Administrator Level 1 to work in the following locations: Baltimore, MD College Park, MD. Required Experience: The Research Support Administrator will provide administrative and security support to the project. The Research Support Administrator will also coordinate with visitors, travel, meetings, and special handling of VIP guests. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Answer telephones, greet and log-in visitors, and distribute mail.
• Procure supplies for research lab.
• Management of the time accounting system.
• Perform record management.
• Plan and schedule activities for facility maintenance and improvements.
• Coordination of schedules, meetings and facility tours; arrange for travel and management of travel expense tracking system.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of five (5) years of experience providing administrative support is required.
• Knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer application software such as MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required.

Security Clearance:

• A current government clearance, background investigation, and polygraph are required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other protected class. The Swift Group and Subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class. Pay Range: $49,996.80 - $290,004.00. Pay ranges are a general guideline and not intended as a guaranteed and/or implied final compensation or salary for this job opening. Determination of official compensation or salary relies on several different factors including, but not limited to: level of position, complexity of job responsibilities, geographic location, work experience, education, certifications, Federal Government contract labor categories, and contract wage rates. At The Swift Group and Subsidiaries, you will receive comprehensive benefits including but not limited to: healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, education, and time off benefits.

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

The Research & Support Engineer provides technical support to Westlake's PE resins. This position provides experience and technical knowledge regarding resins including development, optimization, and characterization. This position works and collaborates with the Research & Support's Polymer Labs and the Applications Lab. The functional role of the Research & Support Engineer generally requires polymer and polymer performance characterization (e.g. rheology, structure & morphology, properties, etc.).

In the role of Research & Support Engineer, the expertise of the Principal Engineer also includes acquired knowledge and expertise in PE resins incl. e.g. resin design, applications, "CTQs", and manufacturing. The Principal Engineer is an experienced researcher who can work independently as a principal investigator and/or direct others as a project leader. This person must work directly with stakeholders to respond to complex technical problems. They utilize a high level of expertise & judgment to analyze data, and plan and execute projects. Challenges will include product development, plant & customer support (e.g. problem-solving, optimization, competitive analysis), and new innovation.

This position will regularly interact with key stakeholders, including TS&D, Process & Catalyst Support, Commercial, Manufacturing, and customers. A high level of communication is required, including reports, presentations, etc. and also to effectively communicate to management. This position requires handling multiple projects, and contributes ideas to progress current projects and to keep PE resources up-to-date and to initiate new innovation in the field of polymer & polymer performance characterization, and PE resins.

As an experienced contributor the Principal Engineer will act as a facilitator to develop and maintain key relationships, to ensure that projects progress effectively, and that objectives and resources are focused on PE business needs and goals. This includes setting an example for others, and mentoring, coaching, or instructing their colleagues and less-experienced researchers with projects work.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct support and troubleshooting for polymer & polymer performance characterization (e.g. rheology, structure & morphology, properties, etc.) incl. for product development, plant & customer support, and new innovation.
• Provide support & direction to improve resins and keep Analytical & Characterization capabilities up-to-date incl. for product development, plant & customer support, and new innovation.
• Act as principal investigator to determine & conduct laboratory experiments and tests (internally & externally) required by stakeholder's needs.
• Evaluate and report results of experiments and make recommendations so that appropriate actions can be taken.
• Lead projects or assist in research, planning, experiments, data collection and evaluation of information.
• Work with key stakeholders (including TS&D, Commercial, Manufacturing, et al) to resolve problems and to identify opportunities that add value for the business.
• Contribute as a member of the Technology Leadership Team.
• Use acquired knowledge & expertise to identify & solve problems - incl. to work with vague problems and creating definition so that these can be understood, investigated, and solved.
• Act as a team member to develop and maintain key relationships, and ensure that objectives, project, and resources are focused on PE business needs and goals.
• Communicate by reports, presentations, and other updates. Ensure that all stakeholders are informed.
• Maintain current knowledge of developments & opportunities incl. by reading current literature and patents, attending key conferences.
• Participate in communication with outside vendors and suppliers to support the evaluation of the products or services, and learn "state of the art" practices and equipment offered relevant to business needs and goals.
• Advise and direct lab & instrument improvements to keep capabilities up-to-date to meet stakeholder's needs.
• Contribute key projects to the "pipeline" (i.e. new ideas for resins, characterization, improvements).
• Mentor, coach, and provide instruction and direction to others for proper execution of projects, experiments, and tests.
• Contribute to development & maintenance of core competencies incl. conducting training seminars (internal & external), and proposing training opportunities.
• Protect intellectual property and disclose key findings for consideration in patenting, trade secrets, etc.
• Participate in intellectual property and support the Legal Department in the prosecution of and defense of patent applications
• Perform duties in a manner that protects personal Safety as well as the Safety of others.
• Carry out experiments & lab activities consistent with site health, safety, and environmental policies & procedures of Westlake Longview.
• Provide expertise to, and participate in, Safety activities incl. Safety reviews, M.O.C., etc. and ensure work is carried out consistent with the site health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures of Westlake Longview.
• Perform other tasks and reasonable instructions or duties as assigned by supervision or management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. and/or M.S. degree
• Minimum thirteen (13) years engineering/technology experience related to polyolefin resins.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD. or M.S. in polymer chemistry, or a B.S. degree with extensive polyolefin experience.
• The Research & Support Engineer activities are primarily based on knowledge of, and characterization techniques for polymer structure and properties. This includes knowledge of e.g. product formulations (i.e. additivation), applications, and performance characteristics. Also, a fundamental knowledge of the manufacture, testing, analysis and applications of polyolefin resins.
• Ability to design experiments and evaluate laboratory and manufacturing data relevant to resin properties & performance.
• Ability to work with a variety of disciplines (i.e. TS&D, Commercial, Manufacturing) and to lead cross-functional efforts.
• Strong computer skills, communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to think analytically and decisively.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.

The Research & Support Engineer provides technical support to Westlake's PE resins. This position provides experience and technical knowledge regarding resins including development, optimization, and characterization. This position works and collaborates with the Research & Support's Polymer Labs and the Applications Lab. The functional role of the Research & Support Engineer generally requires polymer and polymer performance characterization (e.g. rheology, structure & morphology, properties, etc.).

In the role of Research & Support Engineer, the expertise of the Principal Engineer also includes acquired knowledge and expertise in PE resins incl. e.g. resin design, applications, "CTQs", and manufacturing. The Principal Engineer is an experienced researcher who can work independently as a principal investigator and/or direct others as a project leader. This person must work directly with stakeholders to respond to complex technical problems. They utilize a high level of expertise & judgment to analyze data, and plan and execute projects. Challenges will include product development, plant & customer support (e.g. problem-solving, optimization, competitive analysis), and new innovation.

This position will regularly interact with key stakeholders, including TS&D, Process & Catalyst Support, Commercial, Manufacturing, and customers. A high level of communication is required, including reports, presentations, etc. and also to effectively communicate to management. This position requires handling multiple projects, and contributes ideas to progress current projects and to keep PE resources up-to-date and to initiate new innovation in the field of polymer & polymer performance characterization, and PE resins.

As an experienced contributor the Principal Engineer will act as a facilitator to develop and maintain key relationships, to ensure that projects progress effectively, and that objectives and resources are focused on PE business needs and goals. This includes setting an example for others, and mentoring, coaching, or instructing their colleagues and less-experienced researchers with projects work.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct support and troubleshooting for polymer & polymer performance characterization (e.g. rheology, structure & morphology, properties, etc.) incl. for product development, plant & customer support, and new innovation.
• Provide support & direction to improve resins and keep Analytical & Characterization capabilities up-to-date incl. for product development, plant & customer support, and new innovation.
• Act as principal investigator to determine & conduct laboratory experiments and tests (internally & externally) required by stakeholder's needs.
• Evaluate and report results of experiments and make recommendations so that appropriate actions can be taken.
• Lead projects or assist in research, planning, experiments, data collection and evaluation of information.
• Work with key stakeholders (including TS&D, Commercial, Manufacturing, et al) to resolve problems and to identify opportunities that add value for the business.
• Contribute as a member of the Technology Leadership Team.
• Use acquired knowledge & expertise to identify & solve problems - incl. to work with vague problems and creating definition so that these can be understood, investigated, and solved.
• Act as a team member to develop and maintain key relationships, and ensure that objectives, project, and resources are focused on PE business needs and goals.
• Communicate by reports, presentations, and other updates. Ensure that all stakeholders are informed.
• Maintain current knowledge of developments & opportunities incl. by reading current literature and patents, attending key conferences.
• Participate in communication with outside vendors and suppliers to support the evaluation of the products or services, and learn "state of the art" practices and equipment offered relevant to business needs and goals.
• Advise and direct lab & instrument improvements to keep capabilities up-to-date to meet stakeholder's needs.
• Contribute key projects to the "pipeline" (i.e. new ideas for resins, characterization, improvements).
• Mentor, coach, and provide instruction and direction to others for proper execution of projects, experiments, and tests.
• Contribute to development & maintenance of core competencies incl. conducting training seminars (internal & external), and proposing training opportunities.
• Protect intellectual property and disclose key findings for consideration in patenting, trade secrets, etc.
• Participate in intellectual property and support the Legal Department in the prosecution of and defense of patent applications
• Perform duties in a manner that protects personal Safety as well as the Safety of others.
• Carry out experiments & lab activities consistent with site health, safety, and environmental policies & procedures of Westlake Longview.
• Provide expertise to, and participate in, Safety activities incl. Safety reviews, M.O.C., etc. and ensure work is carried out consistent with the site health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures of Westlake Longview.
• Perform other tasks and reasonable instructions or duties as assigned by supervision or management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. and/or M.S. degree
• Minimum thirteen (13) years engineering/technology experience related to polyolefin resins.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD. or M.S. in polymer chemistry, or a B.S. degree with extensive polyolefin experience.
• The Research & Support Engineer activities are primarily based on knowledge of, and characterization techniques for polymer structure and properties. This includes knowledge of e.g. product formulations (i.e. additivation), applications, and performance characteristics. Also, a fundamental knowledge of the manufacture, testing, analysis and applications of polyolefin resins.
• Ability to design experiments and evaluate laboratory and manufacturing data relevant to resin properties & performance.
• Ability to work with a variety of disciplines (i.e. TS&D, Commercial, Manufacturing) and to lead cross-functional efforts.
• Strong computer skills, communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to think analytically and decisively.

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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