Research & Process Analytics Scientist

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

Job Description:

Job Location

India - Bangalore

Role synopsis

The Research & Process Analytics Scientist is responsible for developing, deploying, and maintaining advanced analytical and predictive models to support crude evaluation, refinery intermediate characterization, and process performance monitoring across bp’s refineries.

This role combines analytical chemistry, chemometrics, and advanced data analytics to deliver actionable insights into feedstock quality, process behavior, fouling, corrosion, and other reliability- and value‑critical phenomena. The successful candidate will apply a variety of modeling techniques to laboratory measurements and process data, supporting both near‑term operational needs and longer‑term technology development.

The role is based within Fuels and Low Carbon Technlogy and partners closely with refinery laboratories, process engineers, digital teams, and external technology providers.

Key accountabilities

• Develop and maintain chemometric and multivariate models using spectroscopic and analytical data.

• Apply PCA, PLS/PLS‑DA, regression, classification, and machine learning techniques to model the properties of fuels and refinery intermediate streams.

• Create predictive analytics for monitoring and diagnosing quality events, fouling, corrosion, and related process phenomena.

• Integrate laboratory, spectroscopic, and process data into actionable analytical solutions.

• Partner with refinery labs, process engineers, and digital teams to deploy and support models in operational environments.

• Evaluate and apply third‑party analytical tools and data platforms.

• Provide technical support following deployment, including model maintenance and performance monitoring.

• Contribute to safety reviews and ensure HSSE‑aligned laboratory and analytical practices.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, physical science, or a closely related field (required).

MS or PhD preferred, with demonstrated focus on applied mathematics, statistics, or data science applied to chemical systems.

Essential experience and job requirements

4+ years of experience in analytical chemistry, chemometrics, process analytics, or related roles in industry or academia.

Hands‑on experience with analytical instruments and laboratory data workflows.

Experience applying classical and modern modeling techniques, including PCA, PLS, SVM, regression, classification, and machine learning approaches to support monitoring, diagnostics, and prediction.

An understanding of spectroscopic methods and quantitative analysis techniques including infrared, Raman, UV-vis, XRF, ICP, NMR, GC, and MS.

Working proficiency in MATLAB, Python, and/or R for data analysis and modeling.

Proven ability to solve interdisciplinary problems and communicate technical results effectively to diverse audiences.

Strong data management, documentation, and computational skills.

Desirable criteria & qualifications

Experience applying chemometrics or advanced analytics to refining, petrochemical, or process manufacturing systems.

Exposure to online or at‑line analytics, microanalysis, or product quality monitoring applications.

Experience with separation science and sample preparation techniques.

Track record of contributing to technology development, deployment, or scale‑up.

Ability to rapidly learn new processes, influence cross‑functional teams, and operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving problem spaces.
 

Why join bp

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner! At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

Disclaimer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Even though the job is advertised as full time, please contact the hiring manager or the recruiter as flexible working arrangements may be considered.

We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.

 

There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are important, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and many others benefits.

 

What you can expect from us!

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion:

At bp, you could be part of Business Resource Groups (BRGs) which believe in the power of inclusion, deeper connections, and shared experiences. They provide a place for employees to learn and share knowledge, to connect, and to improve. The BRGs focus on and encourage talent engagement, development, and retention while creating a broadened sense of community and inclusion for bp employees. The groups cultivate leadership growth by involving employees in developmental opportunities they would not otherwise have access to. Formal and informal mentoring also helps employees develop their professional goals and connect with colleagues. The BRGs’ dedication to growth at all levels helps employees feel more engaged and energized. The BRGs break down barriers, so we can all do better together. Examples of BRGs include (but are not limited to):

bpWIN (bp Women’s International Network)

Pride

Working parents

PEN (Positively Ethnic Network)

bpInclusia (bp’s Asian community)

bpEnergía (bp’s Latin community)

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Advanced Analytics, Analytical Instrumentation, Chemometrics, MATLAB, Process Analytics, Spectroscopic Techniques

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.