Senior Chemist

JR United Kingdom; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading R&D company is seeking an experienced scientist to drive research activities focusing on innovative CO2 technologies in concrete. This permanent position offers opportunities to collaborate with top UK universities and leading concrete companies, providing a competitive salary, bonuses, and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Free food & coffee

Bonuses

Share options

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-PhD experience required.
• Experience with CO2 capture and reduction technologies essential.
• Understanding of concrete and cement chemistry is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead research activities and contribute to project proposals.
• Manage R&D projects and mentor team members.
• Prepare reports, publications, and engage with stakeholders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Project management

Leadership

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Job description

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Remuneration: Above market salary including:

• Basic Salary
• Share options
• Bonus upon achieving KPIs
• Free food & coffee at the office
• Regular social outings

Start date and end date (approx): This is a permanent position and is available for immediate start. (Flexible on start date based on notice period). Please note we do not compromise on the quality of the candidate and the position will not be closed until the right candidate is found.

About us:

Concrete4Change (C4C) is an R&D company developing ground-breaking technology to utilise and permanently mineralise CO2 in concrete.

C4C has received awards including the UN Climate Challenge Cup at COP26, Royal Academy of Engineering, and UN SDG. It is partly owned by Siam Cement Group and Goldbeck GmBH, working with top European concrete manufacturers and universities.

Learn more about us:

Technologies and Vacancies: https://youtu.be/Qxjw-3vL4Ms

Day in the C4C Labs: https://youtu.be/q3tHdhAoUjI

Employees Perspective: https://youtu.be/dDa-xFofK3g

Founder's story: https://youtu.be/vkcxFPeCkqU

Job:

C4C is highly R&D driven, with ongoing projects to scale up innovative products. We seek an experienced scientist to lead research activities, contribute to project proposals, and help expand our R&D efforts. This role offers significant growth in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities and candidate specifications include:

• PhD in Chemistry
• 5+ years post-PhD experience
• Experience with CO2 capture, recycling, reduction technologies
• Expertise in synthesis, modification, and full characterization of functional materials
• Proven project management and leadership in R&D
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot
• Knowledge of funding mechanisms, grant applications, and industry collaborations
• Experience with patent writing and grant proposals
• Understanding of concrete and cement chemistry
• Ability to manage R&D projects, review proposals, and contribute to funded projects
• Lead research activities, design experiments, evaluate materials
• Mentor team members and ensure project goals are met
• Develop project plans, monitor progress, and manage resources
• Stay compliant with relevant laws and policies
• Prepare reports, publications, and presentations
• Engage with stakeholders and communicate R&D progress

C4C offers a unique opportunity to work with top UK universities, leading concrete companies, and provides benefits including private health insurance, free food, bonuses, and share in future success.