Managing Scientist (Ph.D)

Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.

We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.

Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!

Key statistics:

• 950+ Consultants
• 640+ Ph.D.s
• 90+ Disciplines
• 30+ Offices globally

We are currently seeking a Polymer Scientist for a Managing Scientist level position in our Polymer Science & Materials Chemistry Practice in Atlanta, GA.  In this role you will perform technical consulting responsibilities, develop business, and assist with expanding the practice. 

• Developing client relationships and converting business opportunities to project work suitable for the practice, and the firm 
• Leading projects for failure analysis, intellectual property assessments, product development and expert witness engagements in requisite areas of expertise
• Inspecting, scientifically analyzing, report writing and testifying for project engagements that address chemistry and polymer-related issues in product/process development, manufacturing and product use 
• Participating in management activities including associate staff development, business planning and administrative responsibilities 

• Ph.D. in Materials Science or Polymer Science with a graduate studies emphasis in polymer science 
• Practical, hands-on experience is required
• Experience in an industrial setting, with at least 3 years of industrial experience. Consulting experience is preferred
• Proficiency in multiple mechanical, thermal, and chemical characterization techniques for the determination of chemical and/or polymer properties is required.
• Familiarity with various polymer-related industrial standards and methods
• Strong background in polymer structure-property relationships
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute experimental programs in a laboratory setting using appropriate physical and analytical techniques
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of the physical, chemical, and mechanical behavior of polymers is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong educational, industrial/practical and publication credentials
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage teams

Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page]. 

To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:

https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact

Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.

At Exponent, we have found that in-person interactions deepen employee engagement and are crucial for development, for realizing the full potential of our talented and diverse teams, and for​ building a more inclusive workplace where all have a sense of belonging. In our offices, you can expect a supportive culture and a collaborative, dynamic, multi-disciplinary work environment. Our consultants engage in-person in the office unless they are traveling for client work or other business activities.

We value the rich lives our colleagues enjoy outside of work and understand that work/life balance is critical to our employees and their well-being. Consultants have the autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules so you can meet with clients, visit inspection sites, attend conferences, and make time for priorities outside of work, too. It is this flexible, agile work style and working hours that allow our teams to drive innovation and results in their own ways, while meeting the needs of clients. #LI-Onsite

Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent

Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

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