Physical Chemist -

SRG; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative global Agrochemical company seeks a Physical Chemist in Bracknell for a 12-month contract. The role involves preparing samples using chromatography, analyzing physical property influences, and collaborating with diverse scientific teams. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree or PhD and strong analytical skills. Competitive pay at £20.47 per hour, with the potential for contract extension.

Qualifications

• PhD or good undergraduate degree in chemistry or related discipline.
• Practical understanding of commonly-used analytical techniques.
• Ability to deliver high-quality experimental results under deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze samples using chromatographic techniques.
• Understand and model physical properties for agrochemical design.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop new scientific methods.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

PhD or good undergraduate degree in chemistry

Tools

Chromatographic techniques

GC

HPLC

Job description

Job Title: Physical Chemist- Global Agrochemical Company

Contract: 12 months (likely to be extended)

Location: Bracknell

Salary: 20.47 per hour

SRG are working with a global Agrochemical company that are seeking a Physical Chemist to join their busy team. They are looking for a chemistry related graduate with some industrial experience.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and analyse samples using chromatographic techniques such as GC and HPLC.
• Measuring, understanding and modelling the physical properties that we use to help design and develop the next generation of agrochemicals.
• Using a range of different techniques you will demonstrate the flexibility, organisational ability and motivation to deliver high-quality experimental data to tight deadlines.
• You will also work with scientists from a range of disciplines to understand the challenges that we face, and to design and develop the new methods that ensure that physical chemistry meets the demands of a growing company.

Essential Requirements:

• A PhD or good undergraduate degree in chemistry or a related discipline

• A practical understanding of commonly-used analytical and chromatographic techniques and technologies
• Understanding of how the physical properties of compounds influence their behaviour in biological systems
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to critically analyse experimental data
• Ability to design and deliver new assays, methods and/or approaches to overcome difficult scientific problems
• Evidence of working closely with fellow scientists in multi-disciplinary project teams
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to deliver high quality experimental results while working to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills

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