Materials Production Chemist

ZipRecruiter; Daresbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An advanced materials innovation company in England is seeking a Production Chemist to develop manufacturing processes for colloidal quantum dots. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field and have at least one year of industrial experience. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and excellent training opportunities. Interested applicants should send their CV to [e-mail].

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus system

Pension contribution

Life insurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree required; PhD not needed.
• Minimum one year of industrial experience in a related field.
• Experience with multi-stage process development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop manufacturing processes for colloidal quantum dots.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues based on safety protocols.
• Collaborate with R&D on technology transfer for manufacturing.

Skills

Laboratory experience in nanomaterial synthesis

Strong practical laboratory skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Flexible and adaptable

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Science

Job description

Role Overview

Quantum Science Ltd presents an exciting opportunity for a Production Chemist with proven experience in a related industry and a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline. This role is ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in the advanced materials industry. You will have excellent training and development opportunities and take a pivotal role in the process development and production of colloidal quantum dots (CQDs) and other advanced nanomaterials for optoelectronic applications.

Company and Business Overview

Quantum Science is an award-winning material innovation company focusing on research and development of quantum dots and other advanced materials. We contribute to society through material innovation to transform short wave infrared image sensor technology for consumer markets. We provide innovative technology to the semiconductor industry to enable cutting-edge products at low cost. We have fostered strong relationships with leading research organisations and industrial partners to keep us at the forefront of innovation while achieving a stable foundation thanks to investors who share our long-term vision. Our company is based in TechSpaceOne, Sci Tech Daresbury, Warrington, United Kingdom.

Main tasks and responsibility

• Plan and develop safe and cost-effective manufacturing processes for colloidal quantum dots in large reactors, scaling up from lab to full-scale commercial process meeting material demand of industrial partners and contractors in timely manner.
• Provide technical solutions and troubleshoot manufacturing issues based on the safety protocols and environmental and regulatory requirements to ensure best products at pilot and industrial production scale.
• Assess the equipment and facilities during the scale-up process including the maintenance schedules and overall equipment effectiveness to ensure an efficient utilization of the resources.
• Collaborate closely with R&D and scale-up team members for smooth technology transfer from R&D to pilot or full-scale manufacturing.
• Continuously optimise and develop existing and new product lines for improved quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide and document all SOP for manufacturing processes and testing techniques for existing and new products.
• Produce timely written reports detailing the work undertaken.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree (PhD not required) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
• At least one year of industrial experience in a similar industry is required; experience with multi-stage process development, reactor setup, manufacturing lines, and product scale-up is highly desirable.
• Laboratory experience in nanomaterial synthesis and characterization is an advantage.
• Strong practical, hands-on laboratory skills; confident working independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Flexible, adaptable, and willing to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Timely achievement of project milestones.
• Prompt and accurate reporting to the team leader.
• On-time delivery of samples to internal teams and customers.
• Identification and procurement of required equipment.

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary.
• Performance-related bonus system.
• Pension contribution.
• Life insurance.

Qualified candidates should send the CV to [e-mail]