Senior Scientist, Chemical Design & Synthesis

The Lubrizol Corporation; Shottlegate; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension and retirement savings

Healthcare benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Life assurance

Professional development

Employee wellbeing programs

Flexible work environment

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lubrizol in Hazelwood, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Senior Scientist – Chemical Design & Synthesis to join Corporate Research & Development. You will invent and develop novel specialty chemicals, optimize processes, and drive projects from concept to commercialization.

With 8+ years in industrial chemistry (or a PhD with post‑doc/industrial experience), you’ll lead cross‑functional teams, mentor scientists, and advance sustainability initiatives while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry (or equivalent) with 8+ years of industrial experience in organic or polymer synthesis.
• PhD in Synthetic Chemistry with a focus on organic synthesis and relevant post‑doctoral and/or industrial experience.
• Strong laboratory experience in organic and/or polymer synthesis.
• Demonstrated ability to solve technical problems through scientific reasoning and experimental design.
• Proven record of innovation and technical accomplishments.

Responsibilities

• Invent, synthesize, and develop new molecules addressing current and emerging business needs.
• Optimize chemical processes and support scale-up activities leading to commercialization.
• Develop structure–performance relationships to guide product and project decisions.
• Lead technical projects and serve as Technical Leader for assigned programs.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to a culture of innovation and learning.

Skills

Organic synthesis

Polymer synthesis

Laboratory skills

Scientific communication

Project management

ChemDraw

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry

PhD in Synthetic Chemistry

Tools

ChemDraw

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lubrizol in Hazelwood, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Senior Scientist – Chemical Design & Synthesis to join Corporate Research & Development. You will invent and develop novel specialty chemicals, optimize processes, and drive projects from concept to commercialization.

With 8+ years in industrial chemistry (or a PhD with post‑doc/industrial experience), you’ll lead cross‑functional teams, mentor scientists, and advance sustainability initiatives while maintaining