Position Summary
Quantum Science (QS) has an exciting new opportunity for a Production Chemist with proven experience in a related industry and a Bachelor's or master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline. This role is ideal for professionals looking to advance their careers in the advanced materials industry. You will have excellent training and development opportunities and take a pivotal role in the process development and production of colloidal quantum dots (CQDs) and other advanced nanomaterials for optoelectronic applications. Bachelor's or master's degree (PhD not required) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline.
Responsibilities
* Plan and develop safe and cost‑effective manufacturing processes for colloidal quantum dots in large reactors, scaling up from lab to full‑scale commercial process to meet material demand of industrial partners and contractors in a timely manner.
* Provide technical solutions and troubleshoot manufacturing issues based on safety protocols and environmental and regulatory requirements to ensure best products at pilot and industrial production scale.
* Assess equipment and facilities during the scale‑up process, including maintenance schedules and overall equipment effectiveness, to ensure an efficient utilization of resources.
* Collaborate closely with R&D and scale‑up team members for smooth technology transfer from R&D to pilot or full‑scale manufacturing.
* Continuously optimise and develop existing and new product lines for improved quality and cost‑effectiveness.
* Provide and document all SOPs for manufacturing processes and testing techniques for existing and new products.
* Produce timely written reports detailing work undertaken and ensure timely achievement of project milestones.
* Promptly and accurately report to the team leader.
* Deliver samples to internal teams and customers on time.
* Identify and procure required equipment.
Qualifications
* At least one year of industrial experience in a similar industry is required; experience with multi‑stage process development, reactor setup, manufacturing lines, and product scale‑up is highly desirable.
* Laboratory experience in nanomaterial synthesis and characterization is an advantage.
* Strong practical, hands‑on laboratory skills; confident working independently and collaboratively in a team.
* Flexible, adaptable, and willing to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related discipline (PhD not required).
* Proven experience in a related industry.
About Quantum Science
Quantum Science (QS) is an award‑winning material innovation company focusing on research and development of quantum dots and other advanced materials. We contribute to society through material innovation to transform short‑wave infrared image sensor technology for consumer markets. We provide innovative technology to the semiconductor industry to enable cutting‑edge products at low cost.
We have fostered strong relationships with leading research organisations and industrial partners to stay at the forefront of innovation while achieving a stable foundation thanks to investors who share our long‑term vision. Our company is based in TechSpaceOne, Sci Tech Daresbury, Warrington, United Kingdom.
Competitive salary.
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