PhD Chemical Engineer

Founded in 1920, Eastman is a global specialty materials company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With the purpose of enhancing the quality of life in a material way, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. The company’s innovation-driven growth model takes advantage of world-class technology platforms, deep customer engagement, and differentiated application development to grow its leading positions in attractive end markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. As a globally inclusive company, Eastman employs approximately 13,000 people around the world and serves customers in more than 100 countries. The company had 2025 revenue of approximately $8.8 billion and is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA. For more information, visit  www.eastman.com . Responsibilities

**Please note – This posting is for recent or upcoming PhD graduates to join our team in 2027. PhD graduation date must be in 2026 or anticipated graduation in 2027**   Eastman Chemical Company is seeking a recent 2026 or upcoming 2027 PhD graduate in Chemical Engineering to join the Technology organization in Kingsport, Tennessee. This individual will become an integral member of multiple product and process development teams, ranging in scope from process upgrades to development of new process technology supporting existing and new manufacturing processes.   Job Duties/Responsibilities:

Utilize expertise and fundamental knowledge to solve problems and deliver breakthrough processes and/or products  Design, plan and execute catalyst evaluation campaigns to measure activity, selectivity, conversion, stability, and deactivation under relevant process conditions. Develop process concepts and models for the production of new products based on proposed chemistry routes and early laboratory data   Apply engineering and scientific fundamentals to existing and new areas of interest  Actively participate in and lead multidisciplinary project teams  Collaborate with laboratory chemists, technicians, technologists and engineers to execute laboratory and pilot plant experiments  Work safely and promote a safe work environment Identify innovative solutions to improve economic viability of new processes/products Effectively communicate ideas and results verbally and in writing with technology, business, and manufacturing stakeholders Qualifications

Required Degree: PhD in Chemical Engineering, Heterogeneous Catalysis, Reaction Engineering, or related field. Fundamental knowledge of polymer and/or small molecule process technology or have a high potential to develop this level of expertise Safe execution of all laboratory processes with demonstrated ability to effectively identify hazards associated with processes being explored and take appropriate actions Ability to lead and contribute as a member of multidisciplinary teams Ability to work independently Highly motivated to achieve results and move projects forward at an efficient pace Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to summarize data and effectively present key messages across the technical enterprise, as well as various groups such as marketing, manufacturing, regulatory, QA/QC, supply chain, customer service, sales and external customers and suppliers Desire to engage well with technicians/operators, peers, and management and to collaborate to find innovative solutions Benefits Your total rewards go far beyond a competitive salary. When you join Eastman, you gain access to an exceptional suite of programs designed to protect your health, grow your wealth, and fuel your career.   Compensation & Incentives • Base pay plus performance-based incentive opportunities that let you share in our success.   Health & Wellness • Comprehensive medical,