Polymer Process Scientist

TieTalent; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Polymer Process Scientist in Cambridge. The role involves the synthesis of polymers and organic products, requiring hands-on experience in organic synthesis and knowledge of process safety. Candidates should have a relevant degree and strong troubleshooting skills. This is a full-time, permanent position offering opportunities for collaboration and continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• A degree or higher in Chemistry, Materials Science or Polymer Science.
• Hands-on experience in organic or polymer synthesis.
• Familiarity with free radical polymerisation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Draft detailed process documentation and train production staff.
• Collaborate with QC teams for quality maintenance.
• Support trial manufacture and process improvements.

Skills

Organic synthesis experience

Free radical polymerisation

Chemical process safety understanding

Troubleshooting skills

Forklift Licence

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Polymer Science

Job description

Overview

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Location: Cambridge

Full Time | Permanent

What you'll be doing

The role's primary focus is on the synthesis of polymer and organic products that will then be scaled up from the lab to pilot plant to full industrial production scale. To facilitate the smooth and successful process transfer during scale up you will be expected to:

• Draft detailed process documentation and train production staff on new processes
• Collaborate with QC teams to develop appropriate test methods and maintain quality during scale-up
• Work with Procurement to identify and qualify new raw materials
• Engage with external customers and support trial manufacture
• Support operations teams in ongoing product manufacture and continuous improvement initiatives
• Drive process improvement projects (including waste minimisation and efficiency enhancement)
• Adhere to all safety, health, and environmental regulations

The job involves a lot of manual handling including the lifting and carrying of a variety of items, so all applicants should be prepared to engage in physically demanding work.

What you'll bring

Essential

• A degree or higher in Chemistry, Materials Science or Polymer Science related field
• Practical, hands-on experience in organic or polymer synthesis at lab and/or pilot plant scale
• Strong experience in free radical polymerisation (solution and/or emulsion), polyurethane chemistry and semi-batch processing
• Proven ability to scale up exothermic reactions safely and effectively
• Strong troubleshooting skills and understanding of chemical process safety
• Knowledge of confidentiality practices and handling of chemical hazards and waste
• A Forklift Licence or the capacity/willingness to learn

You can also send your CV through to Dylan Starling at

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet