Organic Chemistry Scientist - Greater London, United Kingdom - Algreen Ltd.

Description

Algreen is the pioneer of renewable innovators and provides sustainable product solutions using biobased materials. Based on sustainable chemical innovation, we have developed alternative products that can replace plastics and unsustainable fossil products. We aim to ensure the most decarbonised and sustainable solutions to any petrol-based chemicals.

We have developed biobased, sustainable petrochemical alternatives and are commercialising in various industries such as medical, fashion, packaging, furniture and construction markets.

We are looking for high quality graduates (background in Chemistry or Similar). These roles require motivated and enthusiastic individuals wanting to work within the sustainable chemistry industry, full training will be provided to the right candidates who can expect a fulfilling and rewarding career path.

As a Chemical Scientist, you will be primarily laboratory-based, working with our highly skilled team to ensure the chemical development utilising NMR, GPC, FTIR, XRD, DSC, etc. and delivered within scheduled timeframes. The team work on a broad range of molecule types including monomers development, polymer synthesis and depolymerization, and polymer/organic catalysis. You will be involved with the development and validation of the chemical innovations and will also prepare chemical samples upon our customer requirements.

Algreen will offer the successful candidate an interesting and fulfilling career along with an excellent remuneration package including a competitive salary, generous holidays and pension fund.

For the right candidates we can offer a rewarding career up the scientific, management or project management ladders and we always offer promotions internally where possible before advertising externally.

Job Requirements:

• A good scientific degree (Chemistry or similar).
• A good background in methodology development in deliveringpolymer emulsion is desirable.
• Previous experience with green catalysis is a significant advantage.
• Experience with NMR, GPC, FTIR, XRD, DSC, etc.
• The candidate will be encouraged to work independently and participate in collaborations. Furthermore, the applicants are able to present scientific excellence and be highly motivated, ambitious, and hard-working.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of what the general responsibilities will be, and that the job description may be subject to changes according to the requirements of the organisation. You will be expected to complete all tasks within the level of your skill and ability.

Skills & Experience:

• Time spent developing project proposals following Algreen's briefs
• Evidence of planning and organizing multiple projects to tight timescales and delivering to measurable KPIs within the budget
• Able to deliver scientific work in a creative way.
• Able to work with Algreen team efficiently
• Able to have succinct regular reports to the line manager
• Able to work independently and develop spontaneous thinking

About You:

• Mature, calm and confident in all internal and external communication and confident in client/partner communication both in-person and via virtual.
• Pragmatic and have a logical approach to work with very high attention to detail.
• Quality of output should be front of mind and they should really care about delivering this for the client.
• To be driven to deliver projects on budget and on time.

Benefit:

• Competitive salary with potential bonus;
• 20 paid holidays per year;
• An inspiring team to work and grow with

Working Location:

White City London, on-site

Starting Time: ASAP