Process Chemist

Materials Science Laboratory Technician Harpenden, Hertfordshire Rolling Fixed Term Contract An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Science Laboratory Technician to join an innovative technology company developing sustainable manufacturing processes. Based on-site in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, this contracted position offers the potential to become permanent and provides the opportunity to contribute to the scale-up of novel carbon conversion technologies. Working within a multidisciplinary Process Development team, you will play a key role in laboratory operations, process experimentation, and the development of future commercial manufacturing processes. Key Duties and Responsibilities • Lead day-to-day laboratory operations, ensuring safe and efficient working practices. • Maintain laboratory facilities, equipment, consumables, and safety systems. • Prepare, operate, monitor, and clean chemical reactor and process equipment. • Support the planning and delivery of experimental programmes alongside engineers and scientists. • Collect, analyse, and communicate experimental data to support process development. • Assist with the installation, commissioning, and modification of laboratory and pilot-scale equipment. • Operate analytical equipment and techniques, including gas chromatography, colourimetry, and other process measurements. • Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, implementing improvements where required. • Maintain laboratory documentation, including SOPs, risk assessments, and COSHH records. Skills and Experience • Minimum 2 years’ experience in laboratory or pilot-scale chemical process operations. • Experience developing and following SOPs within a chemical processing environment. • Experience with laboratory automation and control systems. • Chemistry related degree • Experience in process development, advanced materials manufacturing, or scale-up activities. If you possess the required skills and experience then please follow the link below.