Senior Researcher Hydrocracking Catalyst

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, Netherlands

Job Family Group:

Research and Development

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

November 1, 2022

Business unit:

Projects and Technology

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

Development of new catalyst solutions remains at the centre for Shell and for Shell Catalysts and Technologies. Refining catalyst technology is focusing on innovation and catalytic solution development with clear impact through near term deployment with renewed focus on anticipating the changing refining and petrochemicals landscape with renewables and waste circularity.

As Senior Catalyst Researcher, you are contributing throughout ideation, invention and deployment of new catalysts working closely with our business/marketing partners.

Where you fit in

You will be part of the diverse and cross-disciplinary VP-ship, which brings together Catalyst R&D, Upstream and Downstream Analytics; as well as the R&D site management teams in Amsterdam and Bangalore to deliver technology in a more efficient and effective manner.

We foster Global collaboration, natural working teams and utilizing expertise across the hubs in Amsterdam, Bangalore, Ghent, Houston and Leuna. We have clear accountability for the different stages of development in catalyst technology resulting in new, cleaner and sustainable catalyst solutions to support Shell’s energy transition.

Business stakeholders include Shell Catalyst & Technology, Downstream-Manufacturing, Integrated Gas, Upstream and New Energies. The hydrocracking and zeolite catalyst team operates mainly from Shell’s Amsterdam hub and is part of the global refining catalyst technology team located across the three main technology hubs.

What’s the role?

As Senior Researcher in the zeolite catalyst group, you’ll play key role in developing new catalyst solutions through the innovation funnel applying and further developing a firm understanding of zeolite and catalyst materials.

This role is envisaged to drive development programs in the hydrocracking technology area as well as extending to other refining-petrochemicals applications, such as dewaxing and aromatics. You will be responsible for driving catalyst technology from ideation to supporting manufacturing of catalysts on large scale and ensuring market entry either with Shell or 3rd party customers.

More specifically, your role will include:


Drive catalyst developments in refining catalyst technology with focus on hydrocracking catalyst technology and extending knowledge in refining catalyst technology
Develop new materials with our Zeolyst JV to be implemented in new catalyst solutions
Initiate, lead and execute R&D programs in refining catalyst technology
Support scale up of catalyst together with manufacturing and technical service
Develop and maintain fundamental understanding of zeolite and hydrocracking catalysts and ability to relate and translate performance to commercial application
Maintain high scientific understanding of catalyst technology and ability to translate in catalyst innovation
Support translating new catalyst implementation with marketing and technical service
Work closely with the catalysis community to shape, drive and support catalyst programs in various refining application areas. Build strong cross-collaboration with catalyst researchers in other Shell locations for co-creation and co-development of ideas
Coaching less senior catalyst researchers as well as experimentalists involved in the research programs


What we need from you


PhD in chemical/physical sciences with preference in the field of catalysis
Extensive experience in the field of catalysis
Relevant experience in hydrocracking catalyst technology and/or zeolite catalysts
Proven ability to define, drive and execute catalyst research programs
Strong leadership skills to drive a technical team of highly specialized experts towards achieving results that make a difference and guide the future direction of the company
Demonstrated relationship management experience with technical and non-technical collaborators (internal and external)
Demonstrated record of innovation focus, creativity, persistence and delivery
Technical depth in given field with a natural tendency to explore new possibilities and apply skills to solve unique problems
Excellent interpersonal and networking skills to manage numerous stakeholders and work effectively across organizational boundaries
Learning mindset with natural curiosity and passion for experimentation and continuous improvement


Company Description

Shell Nederland BV is a platform for international collaboration, with Shell offering direct employment to around ten thousand people in the Netherlands alone, including roughly 2,800 non-Dutch employees from around 80 countries. Diversity is key at Shell Nederland, and our employees reflect the innovation that stems from a diverse workforce. By joining Shell Nederland, you will benefit from an unrivalled industry-leading development programme that will see you tap into a pool of expert knowledge that will help propel your career. Shell Nederland is the holding company of most Shell companies operating in the Netherlands. Shell Nederland also has an advisory and coordinating role in numerous areas.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Join us and you’ll be adding your talent and imagination to a business with the ambition to shape the future – whether by investing in oil, gas and renewable energy to meet demand, exploring new ways to store energy, or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently, everyone at Shell does their part.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we are nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.


We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there
We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology
We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity
We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application


A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice. We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

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