Senior Scientist — Chemical Design & Synthesis Leader

Lubrizol Corporation; Shottlegate; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonus

Pension and retirement savings

Life assurance

Professional development

Flexible work environment

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation in the Hazelwood area near Derby, UK, seeks a Senior Scientist – Chemical Design & Synthesis to apply expertise in synthetic chemistry, inventing and developing novel specialty chemicals from concept to commercialization.

The role leads technical projects, mentors junior scientists, and collaborates across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions while upholding strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry with 8+ years of industrial synthesis experience.
• PhD in Synthetic Chemistry with post-doctoral and/or industrial experience.
• Strong laboratory experience in organic and/or polymer synthesis.
• Ability to solve technical problems through scientific reasoning and experimental design.
• Proven record of innovation and technical accomplishments.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills in multidisciplinary environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects and delivering results to deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ChemDraw or equivalent scientific software.

Responsibilities

• Invent, synthesize, and develop new molecules addressing current and emerging business needs.
• Optimize chemical processes and support scale-up leading to commercialization.
• Develop structure–performance relationships to guide product and project decisions.
• Lead technical projects and serve as Technical Leader for assigned programs.
• Design and execute independent research to solve complex scientific challenges.
• Analyze, interpret, and communicate experimental findings to diverse stakeholders.
• Present scientific data at internal and external meetings.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to a culture of innovation and learning.
• Support sustainability initiatives and other strategic R&D activities.
• Maintain safe laboratory practices and promote a strong safety culture.

Skills

Industrial experience in organic or/ &

Lab experience in organic synthesis

Problem solving

Communication & collaboration

Project management

Microsoft Office

ChemDraw

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Chemistry

PhD in Synthetic Chemistry

Tools

ChemDraw

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lubrizol Corporation in the Hazelwood area near Derby, UK, seeks a Senior Scientist – Chemical Design & Synthesis to apply expertise in synthetic chemistry, inventing and developing novel specialty chemicals from concept to commercialization.

The role leads technical projects, mentors junior scientists, and collaborates across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions while upholding strict safety standards.