Senior Chemist (Carbon)

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Sheffield is seeking a Senior Chemist - Carbon Materials to spearhead the development of innovative Carbon materials using cutting-edge technology. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in chemistry, with at least 5 years of research experience in Carbon materials. Key responsibilities include designing processes for high value production and collaborating with technical teams to scale up production methods. A comprehensive benefits package, including a pension plan and relocation assistance, is offered.

Benefits

Pension with employer contributions

Relocation assistance

Confidential counselling service via EAP

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-university research in Carbon materials or related field.
• Strong knowledge of characteristics of Carbon materials and routes to generate them.
• Experience with microwave energy-driven chemical reactions highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design routes to generate high value carbon materials from base Carbon material.
• Characterise Carbon materials using techniques such as BET, XRD, SEM.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a clean laboratory workspace.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in chemistry

Job description

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Location: Sheffield

Salary £45-55K, commensurate with experience + benefits

Nicholas Associates has an excellent opportunity for a Senior Chemist - Carbon Materials to work with an innovative & cutting edge client in Sheffield.

The Role

We are seeking a talented Senior Chemist to lead the development of Carbon materials generated by our client's new technology. The ideal candidate will also have experience in catalyst development and optimisation.

Responsibilities

As part of the technical team, the Senior Chemist’s responsibilities will include:

• Designing routes to generate high value carbon materials from a base Carbon material (e.g. activated Carbon or hard Carbon).
• Evaluating the suitability of upgraded Carbon materials for high value applications.
• Characterising Carbon materials using relevant techniques such as BET, XRD, SEM, etc.
• Optimising processes for generating high value Carbon products to ensure minimal energy/consumables usage for the optimal product.
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop practical production methods for the developed Carbon materials.
• Assisting the engineering team in scaleup activities for Carbon production from grams to kilograms to tonnes.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining a clean and organised laboratory workspace (e.g. risk assessment and COSHH).
• Designing separation methods to purify Carbon materials.
• Line management for 1 other Chemist.

Qualifications, experience and skills

• An advanced degree, preferably a Ph.D. in chemistry
• 5+ years of post-university research in Carbon materials or a related field
• Experience with microwave energy-driven chemical reactions highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Characteristics of Carbon materials and routes to generate them (e.g. Carbon activation processes)
• Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate research findings.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

What we can offer you

• Pension - Employers pension contributions of 5% to accompany a 3% employees contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Confidential counselling service via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• All applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK.