Data Scientist - Chemical Manufacturing Process Optimization

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Job Title: Data Scientist – Chemical Manufacturing

Location-Type: 100% Remote +some Travel in the beginning weeks

Start Date Is: ASAP

Duration: 1-Year Contract

Compensation Range: $75-90/hr on W2

Job Description:

Lead data-driven improvements in chemical manufacturing processes using AI/ML and predictive analytics.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost savings
• Develop and implement predictive models for material usage and production optimization
• Apply generative AI and LLMs for research and solution development
• Use Python, R, SQL, and REST APIs for data processing and model deployment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process improvement initiatives
• Own projects from ideation to execution, delivering measurable business impact
• Travel to the Newark, DE site initially weekly for onboarding, then monthly

Requirements:

Must-Haves:

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related field
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in chemical manufacturing environments

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• Strong industrial/process optimization and data analysis experience
• Proficiency in Python, R, SQL, REST APIs
• Experience with GenAI, LLMs (OpenAI, Meta, Google), RAG, Prompt Engineering
• Demonstrated ability to lead programs and communicate effectively
• Quick learner with a strong sense of ownership

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry

Benefits:

• This role is eligible to enroll in both Mondo's health insurance plan and retirement plan. Mondo defers to the applicable State or local law for paid sick leave eligibility