Remote Process Development Chemist

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Health insurance

Home office allowance

Flexible hours

Online learning access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Process Development Chemist to join our client’s innovative R&D division, supporting operations from a remote location. You will drive formulation and process optimization from concept to scalable manufacturing, leveraging chemistry and process engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges and deliver cutting-edge solutions.

You will design and execute experiments, analyze data to refine parameters, and collaborate with remote teams across

Qualifications

• 5+ years of process development experience in the chemical industry.
• Experience with formulation and synthesis processes.
• Ability to design and conduct complex experiments.
• Strong analytical skills across multiple techniques.
• Excellent communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to develop and optimize chemical formulations and synthesis routes.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data to determine optimal process parameters and product characteristics.
• Collaborate with remote R&D teams, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments to ensure seamless process transfer.
• Troubleshoot formulation and process issues and implement effective solutions.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare comprehensive technical reports for project stakeholders.
• Ensure all R&D activities are conducted in compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Process development

Formulation

Experimental design

Data analysis

Remote work

Education

MSc/PhD in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

NMR

Mass spectrometry

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Process Development Chemist to join their innovative research and development division, supporting operations remotely. This role is pivotal in driving the formulation and optimization of chemical products and processes from conceptualization to scalable manufacturing. You will leverage your deep understanding of chemistry and process engineering principles to overcome complex technical challenges and contribute to the development of cutting‑edge solutions. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced chemist to work flexibly, applying their expertise to impactful projects within a forward‑thinking organization that values innovation and remote collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments to develop and optimize chemical formulations and synthesis routes.


• Analyze and interpret experimental data to determine optimal process parameters and product characteristics.


• Collaborate closely with remote R&D teams, manufacturing, and quality assurance departments to ensure seamless process transfer.


• Troubleshoot formulation and process issues, proposing and implementing effective solutions.


• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare comprehensive technical reports for project stakeholders.


• Ensure all research and development activities are conducted in compliance with safety and environmental standards .

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry , Chemical Engineering, or a related field.


• 5+ years of experience in process development, formulation, or synthetic chemistry within the chemical industry.


• Proven ability to design and conduct complex experiments and analyze results effectively.


• Experience with various analytical techniques (e.g., HPLC, GC, NMR, Mass Spectrometry).


• Strong understanding of chemical process scale‑up principles and manufacturing challenges.


• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a remote environment .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance‑based incentives.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.


• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere.


• Access to online learning platforms and virtual team‑building activities.