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BAE Systems Land UK have an opportunity for a Synthetic Chemistry to join a new and developing RnD chemistry team. Working as part of the Technology team, the selected candidate will support new technology development projects for future materials and support product and process development in small and medium volume environments. The role will ensure that our products meet exacting quality and performance requirements.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the design and synthesis of precursors for polymers systems to support an on-going product development. Additional responsibilities include supporting the development of in-house synthetic chemistry facilities and methodologies. The role will be based on an approximate 50:50 split of practical and desk-based work and will vary week to week based on the demands of each project. The role may also involve assisting with non-synthesis projects and/or day-to-day Team activities, if and when required by the business.

Your main responsibilities as a Synthetic Chemist will involve:
• Following current synthetic routes to synthesise precursors for polymer systems
• Providing knowledge and practical expertise to develop synthetic routes to known / novel organic compounds
• Collaborating with other Scientists / Engineers to develop routes to scale up synthetic chemistry processes
• Maintaining and improving (where able) a synthetic chemistry capability onsite that is fit for the purpose of responding to current and future needs
• Ensuring all synthesis activities are carried out safely and in accordance with business processes and in compliance with legislation
• Compiling and maintaining process and basis of safety documentation
• Providing support with other processes carried out within the team as and when required

Skills

• Experience in the analysis of a variety of organic compounds using NMR, Mass Spectrometry, FT-IR and HPLC.
• Experience in working with and maintenance of inert atmosphere synthetic techniques, i.e. Schlenk lines and/or gloveboxes
• Experience in working with hazardous chemicals
• Ability to work within a close-knit team as well as independently, planning and managing own workload to safely deliver project objectives
• Ability to work to and compile stringent safety documentation
• Strong communication skills with ability to present data in a clear, concise manner and to produce scientific documents to a high standard

Fulltime onsite, Mon to Thur 07:15- 17:00, No Fridays unless OT requested by the business.
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