Research Chemist - Materials Science

Placements24; Kempton Park; Ibrido; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Access to advanced facilities

Hybrid work arrangement

Innovative research environment

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 seeks a Research Chemist to join its Materials Science division in Gauteng. The role blends in-lab synthesis with remote analysis and reporting, contributing to novel materials with enhanced properties for industrial applications.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's or PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science, with proven experience in synthetic chemistry and material characterization using NMR, IR, UV-Vis, GC, HPLC, SEM or TEM.

Competenze

• Master's or PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in synthetic organic or inorganic chemistry with a focus on materials development.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques such as spectroscopy and chromatography, and microscopy.
• Experience with material characterization techniques is essential.
• Hybrid work setup with strong problem-solving and safety focus.

Mansioni

• Synthesize and characterize new chemical compounds and materials using laboratory techniques.
• Conduct rigorous testing and analysis to evaluate material properties like strength and conductivity.
• Develop and optimize synthesis protocols for new materials, ensuring reproducibility.
• Analyze experimental data using analytical instrumentation and statistics.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists to integrate materials into product pipelines.
• Maintain laboratory notebooks and prepare technical reports and presentations.

Conoscenze

Synthesis planning

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Technical reporting

Formazione

Master's degree in Chemistry

PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science

Strumenti

NMR

IR

UV-Vis

GC

HPLC

SEM

TEM

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role

Our client is looking for an innovative Research Chemist to join their dynamic Materials Science division in Tembisa. This role offers a hybrid work model, blending valuable in-lab experimentation with the flexibility of remote analysis and reporting. You will play a crucial part in developing novel materials with enhanced properties for a variety of industrial applications. This position requires a strong foundation in synthetic chemistry, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical, scalable solutions. You will be working within a collaborative team environment, contributing to projects that push the boundaries of material performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Synthesize and characterize new chemical compounds and materials using various laboratory techniques.
• Conduct rigorous testing and analysis to evaluate material properties such as strength, conductivity, and thermal stability.
• Develop and optimize synthesis protocols for new materials, ensuring reproducibility and scalability.
• Analyze experimental data using advanced analytical instrumentation and statistical methods.
• Collaborate with engineers and other scientists to integrate new materials into product development pipelines.
• Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks and prepare technical reports and presentations on research findings.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a closely related field.
• Proven experience in synthetic organic or inorganic chemistry, with a focus on materials development.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques such as spectroscopy (NMR, IR, UV-Vis), chromatography (GC, HPLC), and microscopy (SEM, TEM).
• Experience with material characterization techniques is essential.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team in a hybrid work setup.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to safety in the laboratory environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and further education.
• Access to state-of-the‑art laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between on‑site collaboration and remote flexibility.
• A supportive and innovative research environment.