Preparation Chemist
The Role
Producing samples of catalyst for testing:
- Working under the instructions of the Research Chemists
- Both writing and following chemical procedures
- Producing samples in a timely fashion
- Recording accurately the sample history
- Characterisation of the catalyst, both physical and chemical
General Laboratory Duties
- Ensuring that safe working procedures are followed
- Operating and maintaining test equipment
- Ordering supplies
- Reporting findings (lab book, presentations etc)
Applicant requirements
- Hands on experience – highly practical (essential)
- Chemistry laboratory experience
- Customer presentable – ability to communicate well, written and verbal
- Basic skills in MS Office applications
- Team player (small team therefore essential)
- Self organising (routine maintenance plans, making own priorities etc)
- Good attention to detail (ability to reproduce the catalyst samples is essential)
- Analysis (understand key issues and make recommendations)
Education
- HND/C or lower degree
- 2 years or more of laboratory experience
Further Information
- Location in Milton Park, Abingdon
- The salary and package will be dependant on the candidate £20-25k
- 7% contribution to company pension scheme
- Share option scheme
- Free health and travel insurance
How to apply
Please send a covering letter explaining how you meet the above requirements and indicating your current package, a CV, and the names of two referees who will not be approached without first seeking your approval. Applications should be submitted to careers@oxfordcatalysts.com, with the name of the position you are applying for in the title of the email.
