Average Chemist salary in the UK

Analytical Chemist Location: Southampton, SO16 7NSSalary: Up to £36,250 per annumContract: Full time, PermanentBenefits: 25 days annual leave, buy and sell holiday scheme, limited flexi time, employee referral scheme, pension contribution, free parking, contribution towards eye test, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, employee assistant programme, cycle to work scheme. A career with DEKRA Process Safety is never dull and offers unlimited opportunities for people with the desire to succeed who want to work with a forward thinking, customer-focused company. For over thirty years we have provided specialist services for the identification, analysis, prevention and management of fires, explosions and accidental chemical releases in the chemical and process industry. Within the UK the company has fully equipped ISO & GLP compliant laboratory facilities on the outskirts of Southampton, in the beautiful setting of Southampton Science Park, and we are looking for an individual with the right calibre to join our friendly team. Analytical Chemist - About the role: Working within the Regulatory Test Laboratory you will undertake Physical Properties & Physical Hazards testing for REACH, CLP, Transportation & other Regulatory purposes. Testing a wide variety of chemicals, on short term studies, you’ll have excellent organisation skills and a passion to deliver 1st class results for our customers on time. In addition to this as our Analytical Chemist you will be responsible for the following GLP specific tasks: Authorship and revision of test SOP’s.To plan and undertake test system checks and calibrations.To conduct tests, analyse results and maintain equipment.Training of staff in test procedures.Maintain equipment records. (test systems and calibration)Maintain own training record.Maintain & update test standards for Regulatory Testing Laboratory.Backing-up and archiving of raw experimental study data. In addition to this your general responsibilities will include: Ensuring the laboratory is maintained in a clean and safe condition.Undertaking testing in the Regulatory Testing Laboratory.When required conduct tests located in, or associated with, other laboratories on site.Ordering consumable items and chemicals for use in study experiments.Create, update & validate worksheets and spreadsheets.Assist in developing new tests.Assist in the purchase of new laboratory equipment.Liaise with customers to co-ordinate projects and relay results and interpretation. Provide technical input to reports.Ensure that you are aware of your responsibilities to uphold and enforce good health and safety practice at DEKRA as defined for Employees, Team Leaders, and Department Managers. In order to be successful in this role you must have: Science (preferably Chemistry) related degree qualification.Excellent organisational and administrative skills.Understanding of laboratory methodologies and practices, quantities and reactions of mixing chemicals and hazardous materials.Able to perform mathematical and scientific calculations.Ability to identify work priorities and efficiently manage own workload.Understanding of COSHH, Health and Safety legislation, policies and procedures.Experience of dealing with laboratory equipment, e.g. Electrical equipment, fume cupboards, pressure vessels, etc. You must also be able to demonstrate the following attributes: To provide professional and effective services internal/external.To communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers.To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products.To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.To work together with other departments within DEKRA to identify any process improvements and improve safety, standards, efficiency, and profitability. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this role click on "APPLY" today! No agencies please.

We are currently looking for a PhD Organic Chemist for a growing Pharmaceutical R&D company in the South East. As an Organic Chemist, you will carry out complex Organic Synthesis to develop novel molecules for drug discovery and development. Duties include: Solve complex medicinal and synthetic chemistry problems. Design and carry out experiments using a number of laboratory techniques.Develop synthetic routes and perform synthesis on target molecules/ drug candidates.Write and review technical reports and documentation. Ideal candidates will have a PhD in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry and have experience in organic synthesis. This is growing company with some great facilities. The company offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package. To apply please send your CV to Peter at Rowland Talent Solutions. Please note full right to work in the UK is a requirement for this role (My client is not able to sponsor visas) Key words: Medicinal, Synthetic, Synthesis, Organic Chemist, Drug discovery, Drug development, Pharmaceutical, Chemistry, Senior Scientist

Elevation Recruitment Group are excited to be working with an innovative Hydrogen Technologies company who are recruiting a Chemist for their new facility in Sheffield. Our client is seeking a Chemist, who has commercial or industrial lab experience, to lead the development and optimisation of catalysts to be used in new technologies. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join an innovative company with market-leading technology. This technology produces Hydrogen on-site, for a fraction of the cost and energy consumption of existing processes. Responsibilities of the Chemist include: Designing and synthesizing new pyrolysis catalysts.Conducting experiments to evaluate the performance of catalysts, including reaction rates, selectivity, and stability.Characterising catalysts using techniques such as X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy, and spectroscopy to understand their structure and composition.Optimizing catalyst formulations and structures to enhance catalytic activity.Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop practical production methods for the developed catalyst.Upgrade Carbon into a more valuable materialSource and order lab equipmentScaling up processes and Equipment to industrial levelEnsuring compliance with safety regulations and maintaining a clean and organised laboratory workspace We are keen to speak with Chemists with the following skills: An advanced degree, preferably a Ph.D. in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field with a focus on catalysisSignificant knowledge of catalyst chemistryExperience with microwave energy driven chemical reactions would be desirableExperience of Carbon - graphene/graphiteStrong knowledge of catalysis principles, reaction mechanisms, and materials science, specifically focused on methane pyrolysisExperience in designing and synthesizing catalysts using various techniquesFamiliarity with laboratory safety protocols and practicesExcellent problem-solving and analytical skills To discuss this Chemist position, please contact Steve Barnett.