What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist Surface Specialist position at Sibelco?
Chemist Surface Specialist
Location : SP Schoolhouse
At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.
For over 150 years, we've been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we're proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
Are We the Perfect Match?
At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We're looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you're seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.
Position Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Surface Chemistry Specialist with deep expertise in surface chemistry applied in mineral processing to lead our research efforts in this critical area. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in experimental surface chemistry analytical techniques and a proven track record of applying these techniques to optimize mineral processing operations. They will be responsible for conducting advanced research, developing novel surface chemistry methodologies, and collaborating with internal teams and external partners to drive innovation and improve the efficiency and sustainability of mineral processing processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage research projects to optimize mineral processing through surface chemistry principles, emphasizing process efficiency, selectivity, and environmental sustainability.
- Design and execute experiments to investigate the interactions between mineral surfaces and process chemicals such as reagents, collectors, depressants, guiding the refinement of flotation processes.
- Develop novel surface modification techniques to improve the flotation behavior and recovery of valuable minerals while minimizing the use of reagents usage and environmental impact.
- Utilize advanced surface analysis techniques such as, but not limited to X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), surface zeta potential measurements, to characterize mineral surfaces and understand their interactions with process chemicals.
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Why Join Us?
Sibelco is more than a workplace-it's a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here's what you can look forward to when you join our team :
We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.
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