Senior Environmental Chemistry Scientist (Remote)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Bonuses

Health insurance

Research funding

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a visionary Principal Scientist in Environmental Chemistry to drive remediation research and sustainable chemical practices. You will lead strategic projects, mentor staff, and represent the company’s scientific interests externally.

The role requires a PhD with 10+ years of environmental chemistry experience and a track record in securing funding, all while guiding teams toward impactful, compliant solutions for environmental challenges.

Qualifications

• PhD in Environmental/Analytical Chemistry with environmental science focus.
• At least 10 years of research experience including project leadership.
• Proven expertise in environmental pollutants analysis and remediation techniques.
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and best practices.
• Experience securing research funding and managing budgets.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic R&D projects in environmental pollution control and remediation.
• Develop innovative chemical methods for environmental monitoring and assessment.
• Study fate and transport of contaminants in environmental matrices.
• Mentor scientists and technicians, fostering collaboration.
• Publish findings in high-impact journals and present at international conferences.
• Collaborate with regulators and industry partners to ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Scientific communication

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Environmental/ Analytical Chemistry

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Chromatography

Job description

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks a visionary Principal Scientist in Environmental Chemistry to drive remediation research and sustainable chemical practices. You will lead strategic projects, mentor staff, and represent the company’s scientific interests externally.

The role requires a PhD with 10+ years of environmental chemistry experience and a track record in securing funding, all while guiding teams toward impactful, compliant solutions for environmental challenges.