Lead R&D Chemist

JR United Kingdom; Redcar; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the sustainable materials sector is seeking a Lead R&D Chemist to spearhead research and development projects focused on process improvements and novel product development. The role involves designing technical programs, conducting high-quality experiments, and providing technical support for commercial applications. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in chemistry and experience in biomass processing.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial research laboratory, especially Biomass processing.
• Familiarity with laboratory analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead technical development programmes.
• Analyse and report experimental data.
• Develop tests for product performance.

Skills

Analytical Techniques

Safety Focus

Education

MSc in Chemistry

Degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

GPC

FTIR

Job description

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Our client develops new processes and innovative technologies that diversify their wood-based product range. Producing specialty chemicals, functional biomaterials, and food ingredients from woody biomass, their products are truly sustainable. Due to continued growth and success, our client is now looking to add a Lead R&D Chemist to lead and carry out research and application development projects in the areas of process and product improvements and the development of new and novel products.

Responsibilities:

1. Design and lead technical development programmes and carry out high-quality experimental work with a strong focus on safety.
2. Analyse, manage, and interpret experimental data, record and report findings, and provide recommendations for further activities.
3. Carry out analysis using techniques such as HPLC, GC, GPC, FTIR; develop methods and adopt new techniques as required.
4. Develop tests to assess the performance of existing or newly developed products in relevant commercial application areas.
5. Work at laboratory scale and small pilot scale (up to 20L).
6. Support process design for scale-up activities and assist with pilot plant operations at remote locations.
7. Provide technical support in discussions with external technology providers and commercial teams.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Hold an MSc or Degree in Chemistry.
• Previous experience in an industrial research laboratory, particularly within Biomass processing and/or Renewable Energy sectors.
• Experience with laboratory analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, GPC, FTIR.