Senior Research Scientist
4 weeks ago
Concrete4Change (C4C) is a pioneering R&D company dedicated to developing innovative technologies for CO2 utilization in concrete.
We have received numerous awards, including the United Nations Climate Challenge Cup at COP26, and are partly owned by two of the world's largest concrete manufacturers.
Job OverviewThis is an exciting opportunity to join our fast-growing team as a Senior Chemist and contribute to the development of our groundbreaking technology.
You will be part of the core management team, working closely with senior researchers and engineers to deliver C4C milestones and drive growth.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct research and development activities, including designing experiments, conducting laboratory-scale studies, and evaluating the performance of different materials and systems.
- Develop project plans, set milestones, and manage resources effectively to deliver projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
- Assist in designing and setting up experiments to evaluate the performance of CO2 sorbents, including selecting appropriate materials, designing experimental conditions, and ensuring the proper functioning of equipment and instruments.
- Prepare and synthesize different CO2 sorbent materials using various methods such as sol-gel, precipitation, or ion exchange, and characterize the synthesized materials using techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and thermal analysis (e.g., TGA, DSC).
- Conduct sorption tests to evaluate the CO2 capture capacity and kinetics of the developed sorbents, and analyze experimental data using statistical tools and software to draw meaningful conclusions.
- Work collaboratively with other team members to share findings, discuss progress, and troubleshoot challenges, and clearly communicate research findings through written reports, presentations, and internal meetings.
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while working in the laboratory, ensure proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and waste, and comply with relevant regulatory and ethical standards in research and development activities.
- PhD in Chemistry.
- 2+ years post-PhD experience or equivalent industrial experience.
- Proven track record of demonstrating initiative, high agency, and achievement.
- Strong knowledge of fundamental principles and concepts in chemistry, including a solid understanding of chemical reactions, thermodynamics, materials science, and spectroscopy.
- Ability to conduct literature reviews, gather relevant information, and stay updated on the latest advancements in CO2 utilization development.
- High level of proficiency in laboratory techniques and procedures, including experience of synthesis, characterization, and testing of materials, as well as handling and analyzing chemical samples.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including data analysis, interpretation, and drawing meaningful conclusions from experimental results.
- Knowledge and adherence to laboratory safety protocols and regulations, including familiarity with hazardous materials handling, waste management, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey research findings, write reports, and present results to team members and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records, document procedures, and track experimental data, including attention to detail and the ability to keep a well-organized laboratory notebook.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization software.
- Experience in characterisation methodology development of complex systems of organic and inorganic materials, including polymers, and solid adsorbents.
- R&D experience in fields of adsorption, adsorbent design, separation technologies, catalyst, materials surface functionalisation, carbon capture, surface chemistry, or polymer.
- Experience in computational chemistry, analysis, and simulation of synthetic materials.
- Experience in carbon capture utilization and storage.
- Experience in the mineralisation of CO2 for various applications.
- Understanding of concrete and cement chemistry.
- Familiarity with intellectual property management, patent filings, and licensing agreements.
- A unique opportunity to work with top universities in the UK.
- An exciting opportunity to work with multibillion concrete companies.
- A competitive annual holiday entitlement.
- A pension scheme.
- A competitive bonus upon achieving milestones.
- Unrivalled career progression pathway.
- An interesting company social calendar.
- Competitive salary: £36,000 - £48,500.
- Share options: 0.2-0.5%.
Concrete4Change Lab, Nottingham Region.
Full-time working in office is required. Ability to commute to Nottingham is required.
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