Remote Chemical Research Engineer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation andBON

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

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Home office expenses

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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly qualified Remote Chemical Research Engineer to lead innovative R&D initiatives from home. You will drive exploration of new chemical processes, materials, and reaction pathways, and design experiments to generate actionable insights for our products.

The role requires a Ph.D. in chemical engineering or related field, 5+ years of R&D experience with a strong publication record, and expertise in analytical techniques and computational modeling.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of chemical R&D experience with a strong publication record.
• Expertise in advanced analytical techniques (spectroscopy, chromatography, microscopy).
• Proficiency in computational chemistry and process modeling tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage remote research projects.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills for a remote audience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research into new chemical processes, materials, and reaction methodologies.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments, utilizing advanced analytical and characterization techniques.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, drawing meaningful conclusions and identifying key findings.
• Develop theoretical models and simulations to predict process behavior and optimize experimental designs.
• Prepare detailed research reports, scientific publications, and patent applications.
• Collaborate virtually with internal R&D teams and external research partners to advance projects.

Skills

Analytical techniques

Spectroscopy

Chromatography

Microscopy

Computational chemistry

Process modeling

Scientific writing

Remote work

Education

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Computational chemistry software

Process simulation tools

Data analysis software

Job description

Our client is actively recruiting a talented Remote Chemical Research Engineer to spearhead innovative research and development initiatives from home. This role is crucial for exploring new chemical pathways, materials, and technologies that will shape the future of our products and processes. You will conduct in-depth research, design experiments, and analyze complex data to generate actionable insights. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative and self‑motivated engineer who thrives in a fully remote setting and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of chemical science, contributing to a culture of scientific excellence and discovery across distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research into new chemical processes, materials, and reaction methodologies.
• Design and execute laboratory experiments, utilizing advanced analytical and characterization techniques.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, drawing meaningful conclusions and identifying key findings.
• Develop theoretical models and simulations to predict process behavior and optimize experimental designs.
• Prepare detailed research reports, scientific publications, and patent applications.
• Collaborate virtually with internal R&D teams and external research partners to advance projects.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical research and development, with a strong publication record.
• Expertise in advanced analytical techniques (e.g., spectroscopy, chromatography, microscopy).
• Proficiency in computational chemistry and process modeling tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage research projects remotely.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills for a remote audience.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation and bonus structure.
• Complete flexibility with a fully remote work arrangement.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development, conferences, and home office expenses.
• Opportunity to make significant contributions to groundbreaking chemical research.