Analytical Chemist

Your Job

Flint Hills Resources is currently seeking an Analytical Chemist to join our Technical Center Team.

Our Team

The Wichita Technical Center (WTC) Scientists provide resources and offer solutions to chemical, biological, and chemometric problems.

Our staff subject matter experts focus on building preferred partnerships with our customers, inside of FHR and other KOCH Companies, to create cycles of mutual benefit.

The WTC team consists of experienced professionals who are aligned with our PBM core values uniquely positioned to respond quickly to business needs and opportunities when time is critical.

Our Benefits Package includes:



* Flexible work schedule


* 401K automatic Contribution along with competitive match


* Medical, Dental and Vision health plans


* Tuition Reimbursement


* 3 weeks' vacation, plus holidays and sick time


* Career growth opportunities across Koch Companies!

What You Will Do

Work in a team environment to achieve the following:



* Monitor crude oil feedstock and chemical and refining project support


* Analytical property testing of crude oil, distillates, and crude oil products


* Physical distillations of various kinds


* Execute simple and complex test methods


* Data review, data entry, report writing and data presentation


* Assisting or leading investigations, innovation initiatives, and operation optimization


* Drafting and/or executing design of experiments


* Instrument maintenance and other routine laboratory tasks

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)



* Chemical or similar laboratory work experience


* Exposure to chemistry terminology - via formal education or self-taught


* Experience performing experiments or testing in a laboratory setting or similar setting

Physical Requirements:



* Ability to lift 50 lbs.


* The employee is frequently required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

What Will Put You Ahead



* Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology or other natural science


* Chromatography experience


* Experience with Chemometrics / multivariant analysis, data modeling experience and online analyzers


* XRD operation spectral interpretation

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This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions.

Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data.

The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location.

If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds.

We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers.

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