Reaction Hazards Chemists

Johnson Matthey Plc; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sustainable technologies is seeking a Reaction Hazards Chemist to evaluate the safety properties of materials, including PGM complexes. This hands-on role will involve setting up a reaction hazards lab, conducting critical safety tests, and providing consultancy support to optimize processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of hazards testing and relevant lab experience. This position offers an opportunity to make an impactful contribution in a dynamic environment focused on net-zero objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in reaction hazard testing within a controlled lab environment.
• Ability to set up and operate a reaction hazards laboratory.
• Understanding of PGM complexes and their safety properties.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultancy support on required testing for process safety.
• Undertake reaction hazard testing for various JM sites and customers.
• Collaborate on projects to identify relevant testing methods.

Skills

Knowledge of hazards testing

Calorimetry methods

Thermal analysis

Dust testing

Job description

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Reaction Hazards Chemist, you will evaluate the safety properties and operating envelopes of JM's materials including Platinum Group Metal (PGM) complexes, catalysts and processes.

This is a hands-on role which will involve setting up a reaction hazards laboratory including calorimetry methods, thermal analysis, and dust testing. Subsequently, you will carry out such reaction hazard testing in support of JM's businesses; and advising businesses as to what testing is required and aiding with the interpretation and application of the data.

This role would welcome someone with knowledge of hazards testing within a controlled lab environment.

The role :

• To provide support to businesses, JMTC and potentially customers in reaction process safety : consultancy on required testing
• Undertake reaction hazard testing, (such as calorimetry, thermal analysis, dust testing) in support of JMs sites, businesses and potential customers
• To collaborate with JM businesses (operating sites and technology) and JMTC on specific projects, helping to identify the relevant testing and support in interpretation of the results.

Develop in house methods where standard tests do not adequately cover the process or are not easily applicable to JMs process chemistries, f...