Working pattern: 4 days a week split between Cardiff Uni & Glascoed
Key skills required for this role
chemist, synthetic chemist, chemistry, synthetic, chemical
Important
Synthetic Chemist
The role
BAE Systems Land UK has an opportunity for a Synthetic Chemist to join a new and developing R&D chemistry team. Working as part of the Technology team, the selected candidate will support new technology development projects for future materials and support product and process development in small and medium volume environments. The role will ensure that our products meet exacting quality and performance requirements.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and synthesis of precursors for polymer systems to support ongoing product development. Additional responsibilities include supporting the development of in-house synthetic chemistry facilities and methodologies. The role will be based on an approximate 50:50 split of practical and desk-based work, varying week to week based on project demands. The role may also involve assisting with non-synthesis projects and day-to-day team activities as required.
Your main responsibilities as a Synthetic Chemist will involve:
* Following current synthetic routes to synthesize precursors for polymer systems
* Providing knowledge and practical expertise to develop synthetic routes to known and novel organic compounds
* Collaborating with other scientists and engineers to develop routes to scale up synthetic chemistry processes
* Maintaining and improving onsite synthetic chemistry capabilities to meet current and future needs
* Ensuring all synthesis activities are carried out safely, in accordance with business processes and legislation
* Compiling and maintaining process and safety documentation
* Supporting other team processes as needed
Key Skills required
* Experience in analyzing organic compounds using NMR, Mass Spectrometry, FT-IR, and HPLC
* Experience with inert atmosphere synthetic techniques, such as Schlenk lines and gloveboxes
* Experience working with hazardous chemicals
* Ability to work independently and within a team, managing workload to deliver project objectives safely
* Proficiency in safety documentation
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to present data clearly and produce high-standard scientific documents
* A recognized qualification in Chemistry
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