Are you an experienced R&D chemist
Do you have a genuine desire to develop new products and processes
Would you like to work in a small friendly team and at the same time be part of a successful global business
If so, wed love to hear from you.
The Company
Sappi Biotech UK is part of the Sappi Group, a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources and a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products.
As part of the Groups ambition to construct biorefineries to convert pulping wastes generated at our mills in South Africa, North America and Europe, the UK-based team are developing technologies to convert sugars and lignin into high value products.
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Location
Sappi Biotech UK, Wilton Centre, Redcar, North Yorkshire.
Please note that the location has limited access via public transport.
Position Description
We are looking for a Senior Chemist to join a small and friendly team at the Wilton Centre.
This is a permanent position and would suit anyone with a strong interest in innovation.
In this position you will:
Design and lead technical development programmes and carry out and supervise high quality experimental workwith a strong focus on safety.
Analyse, manage and interpret experimental data, record and report findings and provide recommendations for further activities.
Carry out analysis using a variety of techniques (HPLC, GC, GPC, FTIR), develop methods and use new techniques as required.
Work alone and in collaborative teams often involving scientists from other parts of the Sappi organisation.
Work at laboratory scale and small pilot scale (up to 20L).
Be involved in supplying data for process design of scale-up activities and support pilot plant activities at remote locations.
Provide technical support in discussions with external technology providers and our commercial teams.
Travel occasionally to Europe, South Africa and North America.
Qualifications & Experience
Degree in chemistry (Masters or PhD) or analogous relevant experience in an industrial research laboratory.
Preferably 10 years minimum working experience.
Experience of using common laboratory analytical techniques.
Profile
You are passionate about innovation.
You have excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
You are self-motivated and well-organised.
You work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined team.
You are adaptable and versatile, happy to work in new areas or projects at short notice.
Benefits
In return for your expertise and innovation, we will provide you with;
A competitive salary 25 days annual leave, excluding public holidays Private health insurance Free parking