Hybrid Chemical Process Development Scientist – Green Chemistry

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Medical plan

Retirement plan

Hybrid work model

Professional growth

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Process Development Scientist in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will translate laboratory discoveries into scalable chemical processes for industrial application, designing and validating new synthesis routes with a focus on green chemistry.

This hybrid role mixes remote research with on-site lab work and collaborative teamwork. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with at least 5 years in process development, and is

Formación

• PhD in Organic Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum 5 years post-PhD experience in chemical process development.
• Strong design/conduct of complex organic synthesis experiments.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR, MS).
• Experience with process simulation software is desirable.

Responsabilidades

• Design and execute laboratory-scale experiments to develop and optimize chemical processes.
• Investigate and implement novel synthesis pathways, focusing on efficiency, yield, and sustainability.
• Perform process characterization, kinetic studies, and reaction engineering analysis.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for monitoring process performance and product quality.
• Utilize process simulation tools to model and predict process behavior and scale-up parameters.
• Collaborate closely with R&D chemists, engineers, and pilot plant teams to ensure seamless technology transfer.
• Troubleshoot process issues encountered during development and pilot operations.
• Ensure all experimental procedures and processes comply with safety, health, and environmental (SHE) regulations.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, research summaries, and documentation for IP.
• Stay informed about advancements in chemical synthesis and green chemistry.

Conocimientos

Organic synthesis design

Process development

Kinetics & thermodynamics

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Educación

PhD in Organic Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Herramientas

Aspen Plus

ChemCad

HPLC

GC

NMR

MS

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Chemical Process Development Scientist in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will translate laboratory discoveries into scalable chemical processes for industrial application, designing and validating new synthesis routes with a focus on green chemistry.

This hybrid role mixes remote research with on-site lab work and collaborative teamwork. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Organic Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with at least 5 years in process development, and is