Process Chemist Synthesis

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An exciting opportunity for an experienced Process Chemist with a background in synthesis techniques to join a growing company within the Chemical Manufacturing industry. As a development Process Chemist, you will be working towards process development throughcontinuous improvement and commercialisation of the product.

A crucial aspect of this role will be Scale-up, optimisation and transferring these aspects to internal/external plant operations. This role is ideal for an experienced Process Chemist with experience in characterising target materials from various processes.

**Key Duties**:

- Conducting experimental procedures in agreement with head of Innovation and Technology
- Working on scales ranging from R&D scale to pilot scale
- Record all experimental procedures carried out and analysis conducted dependant on skills and experience
- Contribute to the development of standard operating procedures for new products undergoing scale up and going onto full scale production.
- Contribute ideas for new molecules and solutions researching into new processes
- Maintain laboratory housekeeping standards within a designated work area.

**Key Requirements**:

- Good Knowledge of a wide range of organic chemical reactions particularly in chemical synthesis
- Relevant industrial experience R&D/ technical Process roles
- Demonstrable experience of separation techniques
- Experience in identifying potential target molecules and multiple syntheses for experimental design.