Senior Scientist â Polyols
Senior Scientist â Polyols
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About Econic
Were an ambitious organisation; our mission is to enable producers of essential everyday products to meet their net zero targets by using captured carbon dioxide as a source of renewal carbon. We believe our catalyst technology for redeeming CO2 is a game changer. Our team is made up of talented and motivated scientists engineers and experienced business leaders. Our HQ is in the beautiful surroundings of Alderley Park with a site at Runcorn. However were a truly global (and growing) business serving customers across the world.
The Role & Team
This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Scientist to directly influence the commercialisation of a breakthrough technology. Contributing to the Polyol R&D programme this role will support the scale-up of CO2 polyols and the design of new systems. Reporting to the R&D Manager you will use high-pressure reactor systems to collect data design new materials and optimise the production of CO2 polyols. Youll be based onsite as part of the R&D team at Alderley Park.
Responsibilities and day-to-day
Were a small and fast paced business where no work plans and priorities shift however in the round expect that youll be doing the following:
- Plan and deliver robust scientific work plan to meet business needs in team technical programme.
- Communicate key data and outcomes in a proactive timely and effective manner.
- Work with colleagues suppliers collaborative partners and customers to support process development.
- Deliver clear and accurate reports and maintain well documented traceable data.
- Contribute positively to the broader team through interaction at meetings proactively helping or solving problems where required and contributing to day-to-day operations of the team and facilities.
- Work effectively to contribute to general laboratory management programme set by the Laboratory Manager.
- Follows safety policies & procedures and contributes to continuous improvement of health and safety practices.
About you
If youre a driven collaborative scientist comfortable with change and ambiguity who is drawn to working in a commercially focused environment with a desire to work on something that is shifting the story of CO2 wed love to hear from you. Your career will look something like the below:
- Masters or PhD in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
- Ability to design and execute experimental programmes with a commercial focus.
- Highly collaborative and enjoys being part of a team but self-sufficient and able to work independently when needed.
- Loves problem solving and innovating.
- Somewhere in the region of 2-4 years laboratory experience preferably within industrial setting.
- Experience in performing and understanding routine analysis NMR IR UV-vis. spectroscopy GPC and other chromatography.
- Polyol experience advantageous!
What to expect the interview process
We try to keep the process as simple as possible:
- Screening stage 30 mins phone/video conference
- 1st Interview 2 hours onsite and will have two parts a) Technical including a presentation deeper dive into your technical ability and knowledge. b) Culture getting a sense of how you like to work values alignment.
- Final Meet the CTO.
Our values and culture
At Econic we are innovators and changemakers. Driven by our mission to see our technology on the shelves all over the world. We are wildly ambitious! To achieve this we need to be adaptive support each other collaborate communicate and stay positive (even when things are tough). Its going to be hard work but were invested in this journey because we have a strong sense of purpose and want to make a positive difference in the world as a team.
What do we hold dearly Our values: safety integrity excellence and sustainable innovation as well as diversity of thought. Most importantly we want everyone to share in our success celebrating our wins (as well as the failures). What does that mean in practice We are a no-blame culture. At the same time we hold ourselves accountable own our mistakes and learn from them.
We want everyone we engage with (employees customers potential talent/candidates investors and more) to experience Econic in the same brilliant way no matter who you are where you are which team youre on or what you do.
Were proud to pioneer the transformation of CO into high-performance materials that shape a better future for all.
Equal opportunities statement
Join Econic in building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone is valued for their unique contributions. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and are committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich tapestry of our society. If you have any requirements and need us to make adjustments or accommodations in our hiring process please advise us by emailing
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
