R&D Chemist

NES Fircroft; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in West Bromwich is on the lookout for a passionate R&D Chemist to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity for hands-on experience in organic synthesis, focusing on developing processes for various industries, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Ideal for recent graduates or those with a PhD, this position promises a supportive environment where you can grow your expertise and contribute to exciting projects. Join a company with a rich history and a commitment to excellence in chemical manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum BSc in Chemistry required, ideally MSc or PhD.
• Passionate about Organic Chemistry and eager for industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on organic synthesis at bench scale.
• Evaluate customer enquiries and develop robust processes.

Skills

Organic Chemistry

Organic Synthesis

Process Development

Education

BSc in Chemistry

MSc in Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

NES Fircroft is collaborating with an independent, family-owned company based in West Bromwich, West Midlands, that manufactures organic chemicals for various industries, including Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, Rubber, Polymer, Food & Beverage, and allied sectors. We are seeking an R&D Chemist to join an existing Research and Development team to work on a lower tier COMAH facility.

Responsibilities

• The primary duty of this role is hands-on organic synthesis at bench scale.
• The Research Chemist’s function is to evaluate and cost initial customer enquiries, develop a robust process suitable for scale-up, and produce small-scale samples for internal and external evaluation.

Experience & Qualifications

• Candidates will hold a minimum BSc in Chemistry, 2:1.
• Ideally hold an MSc or PhD.
• Be passionate about Organic Chemistry.
• The position would suit a newly qualified PhD/graduate seeking their first industrial experience.

For more information on this role, please contact Ashleigh North at 07708 297 513 or [e-mail].

All our current vacancies are listed on our website www.nesfircroft.com.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they can work safely and compliantly to support our clients.