Research Scientist - Process Development

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Medical coverage and retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Training opportunities

Dynamic, innovative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Research Scientist to join our process development team in Soweto. You will design and run experiments to optimize chemical processes, improve yields, reduce waste, and ensure product quality within a collaborative R&D environment in Gauteng.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and at least 4 years of experience in process chemistry or development, with strong DoE and analytical skills to drive safe, scalable manufacturing

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field is required.
• Experience with organic synthesis and chemical engineering principles.
• Familiarity with design of experiments (DoE) and process optimization.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques for process monitoring and product characterization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for laboratory-scale and pilot-scale production.
• Investigate and resolve technical challenges in synthesis and purification.
• Define critical process parameters and ensure process robustness.
• Analyze process data and implement improvements to enhance yield and purity.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams for technology transfer.
• Ensure all activities comply with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Process chemistry

DoE

Analytical techniques

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and innovative Research Scientist to join their process development team in Soweto . This role focuses on optimizing and scaling up chemical processes for the efficient and safe production of key compounds. You will be responsible for designing and executing experiments to improve reaction yields, reduce waste, and ensure product quality. Working within a collaborative R&D environment in Gauteng , you will play a critical role in translating laboratory discoveries into viable manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize chemical processes for laboratory-scale and pilot-scale production.
• Investigate and resolve technical challenges in chemical synthesis and purification.
• Perform experiments to define critical process parameters and ensure process robustness.
• Analyze process data and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, yield, and purity.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to facilitate technology transfer.
• Ensure all process development activities comply with safety and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in process chemistry or process development.
• Strong understanding of organic synthesis and chemical engineering principles.
• Experience with process optimization techniques and statistical experimental design (DoE).
• Proficiency in analytical techniques for process monitoring and product characterization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented setting in Soweto .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive medical coverage and retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for training.
• A dynamic work environment focused on innovation.
• Supportive team culture committed to scientific advancement.