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.

• 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%).