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Organic/Synthetic Chemist

Organic/Synthetic Chemist

  • Location

    Abingdon

  • Sector:

    Oil & Gas

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £22000 - £35000 per annum

  • Contact:

    Cristian Zlate

  • Contact email:

    Cristian.Zlate@talascendint.com

  • Job ref:

    BBBH90990_1539773704

  • Published:

    over 5 years ago

  • Expiry date:

    2018-11-16

  • Startdate:

    ASAP


Organic/Synthetic Chemist


A vacancy has arisen for an organic/synthetic chemist in the Component Delivery Team.

This role will suit a candidate with a strong interest in synthetic organic chemistry, qualified in a chemistry based subject to BSc/MChem level

Key Outputs:

  • Carry out the design and synthesis of novel compounds to meet internal customer needs.
  • Analysis including spectroscopy and chromatography
  • Interact effectively with colleagues within the Company, as well at third-party service providers
  • Oversee the maintenance and operation of certain laboratory equipment
  • Proactively contribute to the high safety standard of the group
  • Keep impeccable records of results in notebook and communicate results to supervisor


What skills will you gain from this role?
The candidate will develop expertise in a range of synthetic organic chemistry skills with opportunities to learn more about inorganic and polymeric chemistry.
A successful candidate is likely to have:

  • Strong commitment to Company HSE and quality values
  • Strong sense of urgency and able to drive work forward to meet research targets and timelines
  • Capable of overcoming obstacles through his / her own initiative and with minimal intervention from supervisor
  • Effective multi-tasking, prioritisation and time-management skills
  • Able to interact and communicate proactively and harmoniously in the team
  • Able and willing to take on wider responsibilities to enhance skill set
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team, with general guidance from supervisor
  • The capability to accurately manage analytical results and technical information, manipulate data and maintain comprehensive records
  • Strong scientific background with experience of working in a laboratory is preferred