Analytical Staff Scientist

Overview

The Company Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.6 billion in revenue and 12,400 employees in 40 countries in 2024. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods.

Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

The Position Analytical Staff Scientist — John’s Creek, GA location. This position will play a vital role within the Analytical Group contributing towards Imerys’ mining operations, innovation, and customer support projects; these projects relate to applications such as plastics, paint, rubber, catalysts, paper, health, beauty & personal care, etc. As a member of the Analytical Group, an ideal candidate would have a passion for delivering accurate results in a timely manner.

• Conduct or assist with laboratory testing in an accurate and timely manner on a variety of analytical tools for the purpose of mineral physical property characterization and/or research project support. Analytical instrumentation may include particle size distribution (by sedimentation, laser diffraction, and/or sieve analysis), BET surface area and porosity, density measurements, color/brightness analysis, and thermal analysis, X-ray diffraction, optical/polarizing light microscopy, scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, X-ray fluorescence, FTIR spectroscopy, etc.
• Complete sample preparation, which may include crushing and grinding of ore samples, polishing, working with chemicals, and various other sample preparation techniques. Coordinate submission of samples to external laboratories if needed.
• Assist with sample database log-in and organization of projects throughout stages of preparation, analysis, and reporting. Assist with organization of raw data files, calculation files, reports, standard test methods, standard operating procedure, and/or work flow diagrams, according to ISO quality systems/good laboratory practices (GLP).
• Follow written test methods and standard operating procedures accurately during analysis; assist with updating existing or developing new test methods/operating procedures as needed. Organize inter-laboratory or intra-laboratory studies, calibrations, or other quality control related activities to validate results.
• Record and organize data in order to assist in interpretation and reporting of results using standard internal reporting practices.
• Coordinate with other Analytical scientists as needed to complete projects.
• Work within the Imerys Health, Safety and Environmental procedures.
• Sharing of laboratory administrative tasks, such as ordering supplies, organizing maintenance schedules, organizing sample inventory, filing, organization of equipment instructions, etc. is necessary.
• Aptitude with laboratory equipment repair and maintenance would be beneficial; possible coordination with various building services functions such as electrical contractors, HVAC technicians, gas delivery, etc.
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

• B.S. in a laboratory-based discipline (e.g. Geosciences, Chemistry, Biology, Material Science or Forensic Science).
• 1+ years of experience with working in a laboratory environment (academic or industry-based).
• Successful US-based candidates must be fully vaccinated for Covid-19 before the employment start date unless exempted by applicable law.

Full time and Permanent

Equal Opportunity Statement

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.