Location: Nottingham, UK Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Company: Vateris The Role We are looking for a highly capable, hands-on Development Chemist to join our technical team and help develop, optimise and scale our chemistry from laboratory development into robust industrial processes. This is an applied industrial role for someone who enjoys solving difficult chemistry problems, optimising reactions and processes, working directly with pilot-scale equipment and using analytical data to drive process development. Key Responsibilities Lead chemical process development and optimisation from laboratory through TRL 5+ and pilot scale. Design and execute experiments to optimise reaction conditions, crystallisation, product quality, yield and process repeatability. Troubleshoot chemistry and process issues and perform structured root-cause analysis. Translate laboratory results into robust, repeatable and scalable industrial processes, defining operating windows and critical process parameters. Develop analytical methods, specifications, SOPs and quality-control procedures. Characterise materials and interpret results using techniques including FTIR, XRD, SEM/EDS, BET, TGA/DSC, calorimetry and GC-MS. Work closely with chemical engineers, process engineers and the wider technical team during scale-up. Candidate Profile PhD in Chemistry, Materials Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a closely related discipline. Strong academic background from a leading university or equivalent research institution. Candidates from universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, UCL, Leeds and Sheffield, or comparably strong international institutions, are particularly relevant. 5+ years of relevant industrial experience following the PhD. Experience working within a startup, scale-up, advanced materials or industrial R
Development Chemist employer: Vateris
Vateris is an exceptional employer located in Nottingham, UK, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide opportunities for professional development and hands-on experience in cutting-edge chemistry applications. Our supportive culture encourages problem-solving and teamwork, making it an ideal place for passionate chemists to thrive and contribute to meaningful advancements in industrial processes.
