Sr Research Scientist Chemistry

Kelly Services has been providing outstanding employment opportunities to the most talented individuals in the marketplace. We are proud to offer a direct hire opportunity to work as a Sr. Research Scientist located in Atlanta, GA. Job Title: Senior Research Scientist / Principal Scientist Discovery & Innovation Location: Atlanta, GA Employment Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $113,000$140,000/year + performance bonus Industry: Chemicals | Sustainable Innovation | Materials Science About the Opportunity Are you a forward-thinking scientist with a passion for innovation and sustainable chemistry? We are seeking a Senior or Principal Research Scientist to join a high-impact Global Discovery & Innovation team in Atlanta. In this strategic role, youll lead the exploration of new technologies that shape the future of water-intensive industries. This position offers the opportunity to work on early-phase innovationfrom idea incubation to proof-of-concept, technology scouting, and external partnership development. Your work will influence long-term growth and sustainability goals, while collaborating with experts globally. Key Responsibilities Lead the exploration of new technologies through idea generation, screening, and incubation. Design and manage proof-of-concept studies and innovation projects to validate commercial potential. Scout for new partners, evaluate external technologies , and contribute to strategic collaborations. Perform techno-economic evaluations to support feasibility and scale-up. Support IP generation , including drafting and reviewing patents. Collaborate with global R&D and business stakeholders to align technical milestones with commercialization goals. Prepare and present technical results and strategic insights to stakeholders across the organization. Ideal Background M.S. with 5+ years OR Ph.D. with 510 years of experience in: Inorganic chemistry , materials science , chemical engineering , or process chemistry Construction materials or mineral processing/beneficiation chemistries (a strong plus) Product development, scale-up, and technology transfer Building external partnerships and patenting strategies Demonstrated success in: Running innovation or new product development projects Performing techno-economic assessments and strategic planning Working in cross-functional and multicultural teams Communicating technical outcomes to non-technical stakeholders What We Offer Performance-based bonus potential Competitive base salary + full health and retirement benefits Global team culture focused on innovation, sustainability, and inclusion Professional growth opportunities in a stable and purpose-driven organization APPLY NOW FOR IMMEDIATE CONSIDERATION!! #P1 9857286