Lead Development Chemist

2 days ago

Harpenden, United Kingdom PheroSyn Full time

Job Title: Lead Development Chemist 

Location: Harpenden, Herts 

Reports To: Director of Operations 

Salary Range: £38k - £45k per annum

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent 

 

About PheroSyn: 

PheroSyn is a cutting-edge, venture-backed start-up in the rapidly evolving Agri-Tech sector. Based in Harpenden, we specialize in developing insect pheromones to provide innovative, sustainable alternatives to traditional pesticides. Join us at PheroSyn as our Lead Development Chemist and be part of our mission to revolutionise agricultural pest management through smart, innovative and sustainable agricultural solutions. 

 

Lead Development Chemist Position Overview: 

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Development Chemist to pilot our growing chemistry team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of synthetic chemistry principles, the ability to guide a small team of talented chemists and an awareness of commercial pressures. As the Lead Development Chemist, you will play a critical role in accelerating innovation, optimizing processes, ensuring high-quality standards for product development or manufacturing, as well as providing a coaching and supportive role to the team. This role is lab-based and will involve hands-on laboratory experimentation. 

 

Key Responsibilities of the Lead Development Chemist: 

 

Project Oversight & Execution: 

  • Oversee the execution and troubleshooting of chemistry-related projects, working with the Project Manager to ensure they meet technical, budgetary, and timeline requirements. 
  • Provide technical guidance and expertise to the chemists on complex chemical processes, analysis, and synthesis. 
  • Develop and implement new experimental protocols, methodologies, and processes. 
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, safety guidelines, and company policies. 

Leadership: 

  • Lead and mentor the group of chemists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment. 
  • Set clear goals for practical lab work to ensure individual and team success. 
  • Promote a culture of continuous learning, safety, and innovation within the team, in accordance with company values. 

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Communication: 

  • Collaborate with other teams, internally and externally, to align chemistry projects with business goals and customer needs. 
  • Provide technical support and insights during cross-functional meetings, project reviews, and decision-making processes. 
  • Act as a liaison between the chemistry team and senior leadership to communicate progress, challenges, and strategic recommendations. 

Documentation & Reporting: 

  • Ensure that all work is documented thoroughly, including experimental data, methodologies, and results, in compliance with internal/regulatory standards. 
  • Prepare and present regular reports, presentations, and technical summaries to stakeholders, management, and clients as required. 

 

The ideal Lead Development Chemist will have: 

 

  • A Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Chemistry (or a related field) is preferred. 
  • Ideally a minimum of 3 years’ experience in an industrial setting e.g. as Senior Scientist, Team Leader or equivalent. 
  • Experience supporting a team and projects, according to stated goals. 
  • Detailed understanding of target oriented, multi-step, stereo-controlled organic synthesis and the development of synthetic chemistry libraries. 

 

Person Specification for the Lead Development Chemist: 

 

Skills: 

  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills. 
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a results-oriented mindset. 
  • Experience with laboratory management and process optimization 
  • Proficiency with laboratory equipment, software, and analytical tools. 
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance (e.g. GLP, GMP, OSHA) and safety standards. 

Personal Attributes: 

  • Strong written and verbal communicator with the ability to coach and mentor, providing direction to a team. 
  • Ability to thrive in a small, fast-paced, dynamic environment, handling the workload independently. 
  • Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach to leadership. 
  • Willingness to challenge actions or decisions that appear to be misaligned with the organization's vision, mission, values, and purpose. 

 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 

PheroSyn is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equality and inclusivity and we strive to maintain this culture in our hiring practices and in everyday work-life.  

 

Apply now to contribute to a greener, more resilient future for global agriculture 

 

Application Process: 

To apply please send your CV to emily.callard-langdon@pherosyn.com.  

Note: Due to current business requirements we regret that we are unable to accept applications from overseas candidates for this role at this time. We appreciate your understanding. 

 

Application Deadline: 2nd December 2024 

Interviews are expected to be held w/c 9th December 

Expected Start Date: January 2025 

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