Synthetic Chemist

This is a permanent, full-time Synthetic Chemist role based in Yarnton, Oxfordshire, working Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will join a materials technology company developing advanced chemical solutions for industrial applications across filtration, purification and bioprocessing. Key responsibilities include conducting laboratory-based synthesis and product development, designing, developing and optimising synthetic routes, and performing synthesis, purification and characterisation of chemical compounds. The role also involves analysing experimental data to support R&D, troubleshooting technical challenges, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary R&D team. Applicants should hold a degree, MSc or PhD in Chemistry or a related discipline, with hands-on organic synthesis experience. Salary is £35,000 to £45,000 per annum.

Synthetic Chemist

Location: Oxfordshire
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 p.a
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Mon-Fri

An exciting opportunity for a Synthetic Chemist to join an innovative materials technology company developing advanced chemical solutions for industrial applications used across filtration, purification and bioprocessing applications. This role is ideally suited to an early-career chemist with practical synthetic chemistry experience gained in industry or through a highly relevant postgraduate research project.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory-based synthesis and product development activities.
• Design, develop and optimise synthetic routes.
• Perform synthesis, purification and characterisation of chemical compounds.
• Analyse and interpret experimental data to support R&D activities.
• Support new product development and technology expansion projects.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and identify innovative solutions.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary R&D team to deliver project objectives.

About You

• Degree, MSc or PhD in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Proven hands-on experience in organic synthesis or synthetic chemistry gained through industry or a highly relevant research project.
• Knowledge of polymer chemistry, coatings or materials science.
• Strong practical laboratory skills, including reaction set-up, purification and characterisation techniques.
• Ability to analyse data and solve technical problems.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Enthusiastic and motivated to develop a career within a commercial R&D environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, Pension scheme. Private healthcare. Training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to join a growing and innovative technology business.

To apply, please submit your CV detailing your relevant laboratory and synthetic chemistry experience.