Posted 1st Oct 2012
Principal R&D Scientist |
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| Fischer-Tropsch Catalysis |
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| Location: South, United Kingdom (Europe-West) |
| Package: Excellent, bonus, equity |
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| Advertiser: ChemPeople Recruitment |
Closing Date: 1st Nov 2012 |
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Please note; this role is now completed, you can no longer apply. Any questions contact the advertiser direct. |
Ref. Number: 1000588 |
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Job Description: |
Our client designs and develops specialty heterogeneous catalysts for clean fuels and other topical applications. From its new state-of-the-art facilities in South UK, the company is working on ground breaking catalysis in the growth areas such as Fischer-Tropsch and Hydro-desulphurisation. The company is well established but with entrepreneurial flair and has overseas facilities.
Summary:
This key position reports to the FT Team Leader and is responsible for the design and development of catalyst technology in the area of Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis (FTS). This position collaborates with scientists and engineers in both the heterogeneous catalysis and micro-process technology (MPT) design groups. It is also expected that this position will develop professional relationships and utilize technical expertise within regional universities and other R&D organizations in meeting technical objectives.
Specific Responsibilities:
Explore/invent novel catalyst formulations and synthesis methodologies for microchannel reactors that offer significant performance and economic advantages over conventional catalytic fixed bed, fluidized bed and stirred tank reactor technologies.
Identify and utilize state-of-the-art equipment for catalyst synthesis and characterization.
Correlate catalyst synthesis methodologies with physical and chemical properties and resultant performance characteristics.
Establish/enhance collaborative relationships with heterogeneous catalyst and MPT scientists and engineers in meeting requirements for the commercialization of technology.
Working with outside vendors, identify and purchase lab-scale equipment and supplies for catalyst R&D programs.
Identify and coordinate utilization of technical expertise within regional universities and R&D organizations in accomplishing the technical objectives.
Train/supervise at least one technician to perform routine catalyst synthesis and characterization studies.
Maintain accurate records in the development of new technologies.
Attend national/international conferences on catalysis and when appropriate present/publish technical papers.
Insure all laboratory activities are in accordance with company safety standards.
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Candidate Requirements: |
PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Material Science.
Up to 10 years experience in heterogeneous catalysis R&D.
The ideal candidate will have at least some experience of FT
Strong fundamental understanding and hands-on experience in catalyst design, synthesis, characterization and testing.
Ability to think outside the box in meeting technical objectives.
Effective oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
Ability to be effective in a multi-disciplined, cross-organizational team atmosphere.
Self starter requiring minimal supervision.
You MUST have some experience in a commercial environment
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Contact Details |
| ChemPeople Recruitment offers scaleable, cost-effective recruitment solutions for chemicals, polymers and related staff positions worldwide. For more information please contact us. Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. |
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ChemPeople Recruitment
+44 (0) 207 712 1758
www.chempeople.com/contact.php |
| Please note; this role is now completed, you can no longer apply. Any questions contact the advertiser direct. |
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