Synthetic Chemist in New Inn

Matchtech; Pontypool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Synthetic Chemist to join their R&D team. The role involves designing and synthesizing precursors for polymer systems and supporting new technology development. Candidates should have experience in organic analysis and adhere to stringent safety protocols. This position offers a balanced mix of practical and desk-based work along with opportunities for collaboration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing organic compounds using advanced techniques.
• Knowledge of inert atmosphere synthetic techniques.
• Strong ability to follow safety protocols and document processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and synthesize precursors for polymer systems.
• Collaborate with scientists to scale up synthetic processes.
• Ensure safety compliance and maintain documentation.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Synthetic Chemistry Techniques

Hazardous Chemicals Management

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Recognised Qualification in Chemistry

Tools

NMR

Mass Spectrometry

FT-IR

HPLC

Schlenk lines

Gloveboxes

Job description

The role

BAE Systems Land UK have an opportunity for a Synthetic Chemistry to join a new and developing RnD chemistry team. Working as part of the Technology team, the selected candidate will support new technology development projects for future materials and support product and process development in small and medium volume environments. The role will ensure that our products meet exacting quality and performance requirements.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and synthesis of precursors for polymers systems to support an on-going product development. Additional responsibilities include supporting the development of in-house synthetic chemistry facilities and methodologies. The role will be based on an approximate 50:50 split of practical and desk-based work and will vary week to week based on the demands of each project. The role may also involve assisting with non-synthesis projects and/or day-to-day Team activities, if and when required by the business.

Your main responsibilities as a Synthetic Chemist will involve:

• Following current synthetic routes to synthesise precursors for polymer systems
• Providing knowledge and practical expertise to develop synthetic routes to known / novel organic compounds
• Collaborating with other Scientists / Engineers to develop routes to scale up synthetic chemistry processes
• Maintaining and improving (where able) a synthetic chemistry capability onsite that is fit for the purpose of responding to current and future needs
• Ensuring all synthesis activities are carried out safely and in accordance with business processes and in compliance with legislation
• Compiling and maintaining process and basis of safety documentation
• Providing support with other processes carried out within the team as and when required

Key Skills required

• Experience in the analysis of a variety of organic compounds using NMR, Mass Spectrometry, FT-IR and HPLC.
• Experience in working with and maintenance of inert atmosphere synthetic techniques, i.e. Schlenk lines and/or gloveboxes
• Experience in working with hazardous chemicals
• Ability to work within a close-knit team as well as independently, planning and managing own workload to safely deliver project objectives
• Ability to work to and compile stringent safety documentation
• Strong communication skills with ability to present data in a clear, concise manner and to produce scientific documents to a high standard
• A recognised qualification in Chemistry.