August Gus Bosse

Senior Principal Scientist at ExxonMobil | Research Leadership, Research Program/Portfolio Management, Discovery Research | Polymer and Soft Matter Physics, Theoretical Physics, Mathematical Modeling

Role
Senior Principal Scientist at ExxonMobil
Location
Princeton, NJ, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers

About August Gus Bosse

Researcher and research leader in polymers and soft materials with over eighteen years of experience directing discovery research and translating scientific discoveries to drive innovation. Proven ability to develop and implement research strategies and capability-building initiatives to enable discovery and innovation in soft materials. Led the creation and management of a comprehensive research portfolio spanning materials discovery and product development, including strategic partnerships with universities and national laboratories; this work culminated in the launch of a new ExxonMobil global business unit focused on carbon-based materials. Deep technical expertise in polymers and soft materials - including theory and simulation of phase behavior, structure and morphology, and structure-property relationships in block copolymers, polymer blends, semicrystalline polymers, and polymer (nano)composites - combined with extensive leadership experience as a principal investigator, program leader, portfolio manager, and capability manager.

Experience

  1. Senior Principal Scientist

    ExxonMobil

    Jan 2023 — Present · NJ, US

    Senior technical advisor for the Hydrocarbon and Materials Science research capability area. This includes molecular design and synthesis, as well as the physics and chemistry of complex hydrocarbon mixtures—such as crude oil, plastic waste, and biomass—alongside materials systems such as metals, ceramics, carbon, and composites- Expands research capabilities by identifying emerging needs, securing resources, and aligning investments with strategic priorities- Mentors researchers through key career milestones, leading to promotions, recognition, and stronger teams- Assesses research portfolio quality and alignment, offering recommendations that increase impact and reduce risk- Leads high-impact initiatives in areas such as marine carbon dioxide removal (mCDR), human behavior influencing sustainability, plastic circularity, and new carbon products.

Education

  • UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

    ExxonMobil Enterprise Leadership Program, Leadership Learning Program / Executive Development

  • UC Santa Barbara

    Ph.D., Physics

    2001 — 2006

  • UC Santa Barbara

    M.A., Physics

    2001 — 2004

  • University of California, Davis

    B.S. with Highest Honors, Physics

    1997 — 2001

  • UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

    ExxonMobil Business Leadership Program, Leadership Learning Program / Executive Development

Skills

  • Theory
  • Statistical Mechanics
  • Physics
  • Materials
  • Science
  • Metrology
  • Polymers
  • Simulations
  • Numerical Analysis
  • Research
  • Thin Films
  • Modeling
  • Materials Science
  • Condensed Matter Physics
  • Monte Carlo Simulation
  • Latex

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