Concrete Chemist

Concrete4Change; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Concrete4Change is seeking a self-starter to lead research in carbon capture technology and manage laboratory construction. The role requires a PhD in civil engineering and experience in research and concrete chemistry. The position offers competitive benefits and a bonus structure based on milestones achieved.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Competitive bonus upon achieving milestones

Qualifications

• Experience in independent research and designing experiments.
• Understanding of HSE requirements and equipment procurement.
• Knowledge of concrete characterization and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of civil engineers in carbon capture projects.
• Manage laboratory construction and compliance with regulations.
• Evaluate CCU techniques on cement-based materials.

Skills

Independent research

Laboratory setup

Concrete mix design

Carbon capture

Education

PhD in civil engineering or construction field

Job description

Nottingham, East Midlands, United Kingdom

18.05.2025

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Full Job Description

Location: Nottingham

Remuneration: Above market rate

Start date and end date (approx): This position is available for immediate start. (Flexible on start date based on notice period)

About us:

Concrete4Change (C4C) is an R&D company developing ground-breaking technology to utilise and permanently mineralise CO2 in concrete. To date, C4C has raised £20 million from private and public investors. The company is partly owned by two of the largest concrete manufacturers in the world, Siam Cement Group ($17 billion turnover) and Goldbeck GmbH (€7 billion turnover).

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Job description:

In this position, you are a self-starter capable of developing new technology areas that leverage existing capabilities and expertise, including CO2 adsorption. You will plan, procure, and manage the construction of the laboratory in line with regulations. You will also lead a team of civil engineers to utilize cement and concrete chemistry knowledge for carbon capture and utilization in concrete, as well as evaluate CCU techniques on the properties and long-term performance of cement-based materials.

Please see the person's specifications and roles & responsibilities below:

• Experience in independent research, with the ability to design and conduct research addressing fundamental scientific questions
• Experience in laboratory setup, HSE requirements, equipment specification development, and procurement
• PhD in civil engineering or construction field
• Understanding of concrete mix design, characterization of concrete, and related standards
• Experience in carbon capture, utilization, and storage

C4C seeks individuals passionate about applied science, entrepreneurial spirit, and using their skills to build a sustainable world. We offer typical employee benefits plus a share of what we will build together.

• Private health insurance - Healthcare cash plan supporting dental, optical, and prescription costs
• A competitive bonus upon achieving milestones