Synthetic Organic Chemist

NES Group Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Specialty Chemical Manufacturer in the UK is seeking a Synthetic Organic Chemist to perform research and process development at both laboratory and commercial scales. The ideal candidate will have an MSc in chemistry, at least 2 years of technical experience in a chemical manufacturing environment, and strong skills in process chemistry and analytical techniques. The role offers opportunities for product development and project management in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years technical experience in chemical manufacturing environment.
• Good understanding of organic chemistry and analytical techniques.
• Clear and concise written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products and processes to support pipeline opportunities.
• Design, synthesise and characterise novel chemical compounds.
• Assist in pilot scale trials to scale up laboratory processes.

Skills

Chemical manufacturing experience

Process chemistry knowledge

Analytical techniques

Project management

IT literacy (MS Office, Minitab)

Education

MSc in chemistry or relevant subject

Tools

Minitab

MestReNova

Job description

Our client is a leading Specialty Chemical Manufacturer based in Consett. Due to the team receiving investment, they are now looking to add a Synthetic Organic Chemist to their team to perform and deliver research and process development programmes at laboratory and commercial scale.

Responsibilities

• Development of new products and processes to support pipeline opportunities
• Design, synthesise and characterise novel chemical compounds on a laboratory scale to support New Product Development projects
• Contribute to brainstorming, design, evaluation and tailoring of candidate products performances.
• Assist, implement and lead pilot scale trials to scale up laboratory processes.
• Assist, when appropriate, with full scale trials
• Coordinate, analyse, collate and interpret data using a range of in-house and external analytical services to evaluate process efficiency and properties of the products at laboratory, pilot and commercial scale trials.
• Consult and review with analytical and material testing experts so that the most suitable analytical procedures are followed, and the results are reported correctly, on-time and within budget.
• Write, implement and record laboratory experimental procedures to promote safe working practices
• Perform calorimetric experiments (PhiTec, Simular and TSU) and existing and new chemistries as appropriate.
• Project management in alignment with principles of PRINCE2

Experience & Qualifications

• Ideally educated to MSc level in chemistry or other relevant subject
• Preferably 2+ years technical experience of working in chemical manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of process chemistry, organic chemistry and associated analytical techniques
• Clear and concise written and spoken communication
• IT literate with the ability to use MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project and OneNote as well as Minitab and MestReNova
• Understanding of PRINCE2
• Driving licence and own car desirable due to location

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.