Senior Chemist

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative R&D company is seeking a passionate individual to join their team focused on utilizing CO2 in concrete. This role offers significant growth opportunities and involves contributing to groundbreaking research in CO2 sorbent materials. With a strong emphasis on chemistry principles, laboratory skills, and effective communication, you will play a vital role in advancing sustainable technologies. The position promises a competitive salary, share options, and a dynamic work environment, making it an exciting opportunity for those eager to make an impact in applied science.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Share Options

Career Progression

Flexible Working Hours

Engaging Social Activities

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry with 2+ years of industrial experience.
• Strong knowledge of chemistry principles and laboratory skills.
• Experience in R&D and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and stay updated on CO2 utilisation advancements.
• Design experiments and manage chemical laboratory operations.
• Analyze data and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Fundamental Chemistry Principles

Research Skills

Laboratory Skills

Data Analysis and Interpretation

Knowledge of Safety Protocols

Effective Communication Skills

Adaptability

Statistical Analysis and Data Visualization

R&D Experience in Adsorption

Computational Chemistry

Education

PhD in Chemistry

Tools

Statistical Analysis Software

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

C4C has received numerous awards, including the UN Climate Challenge Cup at COP26 in Glasgow, the Royal Academy of Engineering, and UN SDG recognition. It is partly owned by two leading concrete manufacturers: Siam Cement Group and Goldbeck GmBH.

Job:

This position offers significant growth opportunities within a fast-expanding team. You will be part of the core management team, contributing directly to C4C’s milestones and growth (job title will be adjusted based on experience).

Roles & Responsibilities include:

• PhD in Chemistry with 2+ years post-PhD or equivalent industrial experience.
• Proven track record of initiative, high agency, and achievement.
• Strong knowledge of fundamental chemistry principles, including reactions, thermodynamics, materials science, and spectroscopy.
• Research skills: conducting literature reviews, staying updated on CO2 utilisation advancements, critical analysis, and synthesis of scientific literature.
• Laboratory skills: proficiency in synthesis, characterization, testing of materials, and handling chemical samples.
• Data analysis and interpretation: strong analytical skills for experimental data.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, hazardous materials handling, waste management, and regulatory standards.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for reporting and collaboration.
• Organization and record-keeping: maintaining accurate records and detailed laboratory notebooks.
• Adaptability and continuous learning in CO2 sorbent research.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization software (useful but not mandatory).
• Experience in characterisation methodologies for complex organic and inorganic systems, including polymers and adsorbents.
• R&D experience in adsorption, adsorbent design, separation technologies, catalysts, surface chemistry, or polymer science.
• Experience in computational chemistry and simulation of synthetic materials.
• Knowledge of carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS).
• Understanding of concrete and cement chemistry.
• Familiarity with intellectual property management, including patents and licensing.
• Self-starter capable of learning new technologies and contributing to synthesis and characterization methodologies.
• Designing experiments, synthesizing and characterizing CO2 sorbent materials, and conducting sorption tests.
• Data analysis, collaboration, safety compliance, documentation, and ongoing skill development.
• Managing chemical laboratory operations in line with regulations.

C4C seeks individuals passionate about applied science, entrepreneurial spirit, and building a sustainable future. Benefits include competitive salary, share options, and career progression, along with engaging social activities.

Remuneration:

• Basic Salary + Car Allowance: £36,000 - £48,500
• Share options: 0.2-0.5%

Start date: Immediate, flexible based on notice period.

Hours: Full-time, flexible working hours.

Location: Concrete4Change Lab, Nottingham Region — full-time in-office work required, with commuting capability to Nottingham.