Process Development Chemist

Scienceabode; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading force in renewable energy is seeking a Process Development Chemist in Scotland. The role involves planning and executing research programmes in renewable energy, conducting lab and plant trials, and developing methods for operational improvements. The ideal candidate will have a strong laboratory background, relevant scientific degree, and excellent data management and reporting skills. The position offers a permanent contract in an innovative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong background in laboratory work is essential.
• Ability to collate data and create concise reports.
• Strong IT skills, especially in Excel and ERP systems.
• Proven time management and prioritization abilities.
• Skill in presenting scientific info to non-scientific groups.
• Experience training colleagues in understanding data.
• A professional approach to challenging norms.
• Capacity to work independently.
• Relevant first degree is mandatory.
• A master's degree is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute research programmes to improve operations.
• Conduct and report on laboratory and plant trials.
• Develop experimental plans for anaerobic digestion.
• Implement process improvements across operational sites.
• Prepare necessary assessments for trials.
• Document and analyze test results.
• Comply with safety procedures and training.

Skills

Laboratory work background

Data collation and reporting

Strong IT skills

Time management

Presentation skills

Training skills

Independent work

Education

First Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology or similar

Masters in similar subject area (desirable)

Tools

GC – MS

ICP

Elemental Analyser

Excel

Job description

Process Development Chemist – Renewables / Biofuels – Scotland – Permanent

Our client is a leading force in renewable energy across the UK. At present, they are seeking a Process Development Chemist on a permanent basis at their site in Ayrshire, Scotland. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Process Development Chemist to support the scale up and delivery of major projects.

Responsibilities

To use expert knowledge to chemistry and related fields to devise, plan and execute research programmes with the overall aim of making operations more efficient and/or reduce operational impacts. The Process Development Chemist will conduct and report on laboratory, Midi Plant and Full-Scale Plant trials.

Key Duties

Laboratory Experiments

• Develop and document experimental plans for improving performance in anaerobic digestion and associated activities.
• Operate lab scale anaerobic digestion test facilities (AMPTS and Continuous Reactors) for the measurement of biogas potential, digestate quality for various feedstocks under different operating conditions.

Midi and Plant Trials

• Assist in Midi and Plant Trials as required.
• Implementation of process improvement trials across the operational sites.
• Prepare Management of Change, Risk and COSHH assessments for Midi and Plant Trials as required.
• Contribute to safe working environment by complying with written procedures e.g. risk and COSHH assessments.
• Development methods and procedures for trials at Midi and across operational sites, which will include trials of new technologies.
• Optimisation of existing site processes following successful trials.

Documentation

Write reports of laboratory, Midi and Plant Trials, including descriptions of test method and results, including cross‑referencing to plant data or previous tests and analysing and interpreting data.

Safety

Complete training on analytical techniques, company procedures, and HSE as tasked. Work in accordance with SOP’s, COSHH and risk assessments and keep working areas clean.

Other

• Fully participate in innovation process by presenting improvements/innovations at scheduled meetings.
• Carry out experimental work at other company locations from time-to-time where on site investigations are required.
• Collect, prepare and perform chemical analysis of effluent, process liquors, feedstock, sea water, carbon dioxide and biogas samples according to standard operating procedures, COSHH and Risk Assessment.
• Analyse samples using advanced instrumental techniques including GC – MS, ICP, and Elemental Analyser.
• Perform analysis using basic techniques including colourimetric techniques, gravimetric, titrations etc.
• Complete training as tasked on analytical techniques, company procedures, HSE etc.

Experience & Qualifications

• Strong Laboratory work background.
• Ability to collate data and produce meaningful & concise reports from data.
• Strong IT skills particularly Excel & use of ERP system or databases.
• Ability to manage own time and prioritise workload accordingly.
• Ability to present complex scientific information to a non‑scientific work group.
• Some experience of training non‑scientific colleagues to understand data and reason for treatment of same.
• Able to challenge established norms with a professional and fact‑driven approach.
• Ability to work independently.
• First Degree in Biology, Chemistry; Biochemistry; Microbiology or similar.
• Desirable: Masters in similar subject area.

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