About Us
We're a VC-backed Oxford spin‑out (2022) transforming how fluorochemicals are made – developing safer, lower‑cost and sustainable routes to materials used in Li‑ion batteries and agrochemicals. Based at ARC Oxford, we operate across cutting‑edge R&D, analytical, and pilot‑scale facilities.
www.fluorok.com
Requirements
A hands‑on role at the interface of synthetic inorganic chemistry and process scale‑up. You'll help take new chemistry from lab to kg‑scale production, working with real pilot plant equipment.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS MONDAY 15th JUNE 2026.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the scale‑up of synthetic inorganic and fluorination processes to kilogram‑plus scale
- Manufacture materials for internal validation, customer sampling, and downstream applications
- Perform quality control (QC) and stage‑gate analytical testing of inorganic and fluorinated materials
- Prepare samples and maintain accurate experimental and production records
- Operate and monitor pilot‑scale reactor systems (up to 100 L) and associated plant equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of process equipment
- Contribute to safe handling and scale‑up of reactive chemistries
- Support process safety reviews and risk assessments
- Act as a key interface between scale‑up and operations teams, including logistics and waste handling
Essential
- Degree (BSc / MChem / MSc) in Chemistry (preferably synthesis‑focused) or Chemical Engineering
- Hands‑on experience with bench or pilot‑scale chemical processes
- Experience working with reactor systems (e.g. jacketed vessels >10 L) or similar equipment
- Understanding of process safety considerations in chemical scale‑up
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work independently and within a team
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication skills
- Right to live and work in the UK
Desirable
- Exposure to scale‑up, pilot plant, or manufacturing environments
- Practical engineering knowledge (e.g. valves, fittings, instrumentation)
- Experience maintaining laboratory or pilot equipment
Why Join FluoRok?
- Make a tangible difference through work with clear real‑world impact
- See a direct connection between developments made in Oxford and facility design and commercialisation
- Work on cutting‑edge synthetic chemistry with real industrial impact
- Gain rare experience in chemical scale‑up within an early‑stage deep‑tech company
- Contribute to the development of next‑generation battery and fluorochemical materials
- Gain direct exposure to pilot plant and manufacturing
- Grow and specialise alongside the company as we build the company together
Benefits
Competitive salary £30,000-£35,000 per annum
We offer a competitive benefits package with private pension, private health insurance, group life insurance, and share options plan.
