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DescriptionCAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 118 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.CAS is currently seeking a Solutions Architect for our Services Team. This position will be in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.Job Summary:The Solutions Architect is accountable for the design of custom solutions that align with the client's known requirements and budget, ensuring feasibility, value, and strategic fit. Acting as a consultative partner, the SA evaluates solution options and recommends the most effective approach. They also develop high-level cost and schedule estimates, oversee internal project execution, and ensure transparent communication with clients and CAS leadership.This position typically manages 5-10 concurrent opportunities in various stages of their lifecycle, requiring strong time management and prioritization skills.Job Accountabilities:Accountable for the creation and delivery of custom solutions for clientsLead client engagements to elucidate use cases, business challenges, and technical requirements.Build trust and rapport with clients through thoughtful, solution-oriented interactions.Conduct in-depth analysis of CAS data, competitive offerings, external data sources, and software packages for suitability in customized solutions.Facilitate cross-functional solutioning sessions across CAS divisions to design, develop, and create client-specific custom solutions leveraging CAS data, technology, and expertise.Design and lead workshops using human-centered design techniques to address complex client problems, as municate complex scientific and technical concepts to diverse audiences, including developers, executives, legal, and marketingDevelop initial cost and timeline estimates for client proposals and ensure project is kept within project cost estimatesCoordinate project proposal, pricing approvals, and statements of work (SOWs) by establishing delivery milestones, resource needs, cost and timeline estimates, and a risk assessment with the Service Sales team.Provide program-level management for signed contracts through execution of custom solution to the client.Other duties as assignedQualifications:Bachelor's degree in a science-related field or informatics; advanced degree strongly preferred.5-7 years of demonstrated specialized experience solving technical or scientific problems in chemistry, biology, computational chemistry or related field, depending on education level.Minimum 2 years in customer-facing roles with strong customer relationship management experience, including strategic advisory capabilities.Working knowledge of scientific information tools, including the application of AI technologies.Experience in software development or data engineering is strongly preferred.Specialized experience in query languages (XQuery, GraphQL, SPARQL, SQL) is preferredExceptional written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders.Leadership abilities in coaching, mentoring, and team coordination.Proven ability to lead client meetings and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.Project management skills with experience in priority setting and resource coordinationStrategic thinking capabilities with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsResponsibility for setting priorities and evaluating results for complex proj