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Senior Polymer Scientist

2 months ago


ThorntonCleveleys, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victrex Full time

ROLE OVERVIEW

Are you an innovative Computational Chemist with a keen interest in polymer science? Do you aspire to advance material science through cutting-edge computational modeling and simulations? If so, we invite you to become a vital member of our dynamic R&D team dedicated to delivering transformative and sustainable solutions that tackle global material challenges daily.

As a Computational Chemist within our Digital R&D division at Victrex, your responsibilities will include:

- Innovate: Create and execute computational experiments aimed at predicting the behavior and properties of monomers and polymers.

- Collaborate: Partner with experimental chemists, materials scientists, and engineers to validate and enhance computational models.

- Discover: Investigate new horizons in polymer chemistry, ranging from biodegradable materials to advanced composites.

- Optimize: Apply molecular dynamics, quantum mechanics, and machine learning techniques to refine polymer synthesis and processing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct computational experiments to forecast the behavior and properties of monomers and polymers.

Develop and implement novel algorithms for polymer simulation and analysis.

Analyze computational data to inform the synthesis and evaluation of new materials.

Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to integrate computational insights into practical applications.

Keep up-to-date with the latest developments in computational chemistry and polymer science.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.

Experience: Demonstrated expertise in computational chemistry, particularly in the realm of polymers.

Skills: Proficient in molecular modeling software (e.g., Gaussian, GROMACS, LAMMPS) and programming languages (e.g., Python, C++).

Knowledge: In-depth understanding of polymer chemistry, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics.

Attributes: Creative thinker, adept problem solver, collaborative team member, and strong communicator.

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to spearhead innovative technology solutions in a fast-paced and creative environment. You will play a pivotal role in shaping our R&D capabilities, collaborating with a talented and forward-thinking team. If you are driven by technological excellence and aspire to make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you.

About Victrex

Victrex is a pioneering global leader in high-performance PEEK (Poly Ether Ether Ketone) and PAEK (Poly Aryl Ether Ketone) polymer solutions, focusing on strategic markets such as automotive, aerospace, energy, industrial, electronics, and medical sectors. Our materials are integral to millions of products and applications, ranging from smartphones and aircraft to energy operations and medical devices.

With over 40 years of experience, we are committed to developing world-class solutions utilizing PEEK and PAEK-based polymers, alongside selected semi-finished and finished components that deliver environmental and societal benefits for our customers and stakeholders.

Vision and Culture

At Victrex, we are driven by a clear purpose: to provide transformative and sustainable solutions that address global material challenges every day. Our core values—passion, innovation, and performance—are central to our business ethos.

Our culture is defined by our collaborative approach, striving for results with a focus on customer satisfaction, continuous improvement, and ethical practices. We recognize that every employee plays a crucial role in enabling our growth strategy.

Sustainability is integral to our mission. We are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact while supporting society through our sustainable products and positively influencing our local communities. Victrex has recently been awarded the prestigious Ecovadis Silver Award, recognizing our sustainability efforts as being among the top 5% of over 75,000 companies.

Victrex values diversity and encourages applications from all segments of the community. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.