Synthetic Chemist

Leading Clean Technology Innovator | Synthetic Chemist | Oxfordshire About the Company:Our partner, a cutting-edge clean technology innovator, is leveraging world-leading chemistry to deliver functional, scalable solutions for a greener world. Spun out from the University of Oxford’s prestigious Department of Chemistry, they have successfully raised $10.5 million in venture capital in 2022. Situated within Oxford's vibrant innovation hub, their pioneering ONTO™ chemistry platform is at the forefront of developing novel surface-treatment chemistries. They are a rapidly growing, ambitious company offering an exceptional opportunity to drive their next phase of expansion and are now looking for a talented Synthetic Chemist to join their team in Oxfordshire.

About the Role

This pivotal Synthetic Chemist role within the R&D team is ideal for a hands-on, practical chemist eager to expand and advance a cutting-edge library of coating chemistries. You will be instrumental in designing innovative synthetic routes, optimising reaction conditions, and contributing directly to the company's core technology, product development, and intellectual property. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and curious individual to thrive in a fast-paced, early-stage start-up environment, translating groundbreaking science into impactful, market-ready products within the clean technology sector.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute novel synthetic routes for advanced surface-treatment chemistries.- Optimise reaction conditions to enhance yield, purity, and scalability of chemical processes.- Conduct practical, lab-based R&D to expand the company's library of coating chemistries.- Perform comprehensive chemical analysis and characterisation of synthesised compounds.- Contribute to the development of core technology, innovative products, and intellectual property.- Plan and manage individual work streams effectively, ensuring timely progress on projects.- Collaborate closely with a cohesive R&D team to achieve shared scientific and commercial goals.

Requirements

• Proven practical laboratory experience in organic synthesis or wet chemistry.- Demonstrable problem-solving capabilities within a scientific R&D context.- Expertise in chemical analysis and characterisation techniques.- Strong desire to work in a fast-paced, early-stage start-up environment.- Ability to plan, manage, and prioritise individual work streams effectively.- Excellent organisation, attention to detail, and strong spoken communication skills.- Good writing and reporting skills, with the ability to document work clearly and precisely.Compensation and benefits:- Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications.- Opportunity to shape and deliver cutting-edge clean technology products to market.- Work in an innovative, venture-capital-backed company spun out from the University of Oxford.- Direct contribution to the company's core technology, products, and intellectual property.- Exposure to a fast-paced, dynamic R&D environment with significant impact potential.- Collaborative and supportive team culture within Oxford's innovation hub.- Potential for professional growth as the company continues its rapid expansion.