Research Analyst

Your Job

Georgia-Pacific (GP) is looking for a Research Analyst to join our Technology and Innovation Center (T&IC) in Memphis, TN.

As part of T&IC, you will support GP Cellulose's R&D efforts, focusing on product development, innovative applications, and advanced analytical chemistry tools.

As a Research Analyst, you will support R&D projects, plan and execute experiments, perform data analysis, and maintain and regulate equipment.

Join our dynamic and collaborative environment to contribute to cutting-edge research and shape the future of GP Cellulose's products and applications.

Our Team

At T&IC, we support GP Cellulose's research and development efforts towards product development, expanding new applications, and provide knowledge through advanced analytical chemistry tools and methodologies.

What You Will Do



* Collaborate across two teams, Production Applications and Product Development to gain process and customer knowledge.


* Interpret data sets and generate technical reports and lab test summaries.


* Exercise meticulous attention to detail, employing strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to ensure high-quality outcomes.


* Take ownership of projects, including planning, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines.


* Learn to independently troubleshoot and resolve issues, demonstrating self-reliance and resourcefulness, with minimal supervision.


* Learn and apply pertinent cellulose chemistry principles.


* Work flexible hours to include overtime as business needs require.


* Safely and occasionally lift objects weighing up to 30lbs as required for specific tasks or projects.


* Work in indoor and outdoor manufacturing environments to support mill trials.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, or a related field.


* Willing to travel up to 25% of the time.


* Experience utilizing wet-chemistry skills in a laboratory setting.

What Will Put You Ahead



* Master's degree in organic chemistry.


* Two or more years of experience working in R&D setting.


* Experience in Pulp and Paper Chemistry or a related field.


* Experience in statistical analysis

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