Synthetic Chemist

Synthetic Chemist

29.75ph

12 months initial

• An Energetic Materials Synthetic Chemist is required to support the development of synthetic routes, for current and novel materials, in addition to supporting a wider range of processes when required.
• The selected candidate will support new technology development projects, for future energetic materials, and support product and process development in small, medium and high volume environments.
• Working as part of the Engineering and Technology teams, the role will ensure that our products meet exacting quality and performance requirements.

Your main responsibilities as an Energetic Materials Synthetic Chemist will involve:
• Providing knowledge to develop synthetic routes to known / novel organic compounds
• Collaborating with other Scientists / Engineers to develop routes to scale-up synthetic chemistry processes
• Maintaining a synthetic chemistry capability onsite that is fit for the purpose of responding to current and future needs
• Ensuring all synthesis activities are carried out safely and in accordance with business processes and in compliance with legislation
• Providing support with other non-synthesis processes carried out within the Energetics Team as and when required

• Experience in the analysis of a variety of organic compounds using NMR, Mass Spectrometry, FT-IR and HPLC.
• Experience in working with and maintenance of inert atmosphere synthetic techniques, i.e. Schlenk lines and/or gloveboxes
• Experience in working with hazardous chemicals
• Ability to work within a close-knit team
• Ability to work to and compile stringent safety documentation
• Strong communication skills with ability to present data in a clear, concise manner to various stakeholders and to produce scientific documents to a high standard