Postdoctoral Research Scientist – Particle Science & Crystallisation
Location: Jealott's Hill, Bracknell (Fully Onsite)
Rate: £23.00 per hour
Contract: 12 Months
Hours: Full-Time
We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join an innovative Particle Science team focused on advancing crystallisation process understanding and optimisation
.This is an exciting opportunity for a PhD-qualified scientist to contribute to cutting-edge research, developing a fundamental understanding of crystallisation processes and identifying opportunities to improve yield, purity and productivity through experimental and data-driven approaches
.
The Ro
leYou will be responsible for designing and executing crystallisation studies, evaluating solvent systems and generating critical process knowledge to support process development and optimisation activities. Working within a multidisciplinary scientific environment, you will combine laboratory experimentation, analytics and modelling techniques to deliver impactful scientific insight
s.
Key Responsibilit
- iesDesign and execute solvent screening studies using both predictive and experimental approach
- es.Develop and optimise crystallisation processes to maximise yield, purity and productivi
- ty.Investigate crystallisation kinetics, including nucleation and crystal growth behavio
- ur.Conduct laboratory-scale crystallisation experiments using reactors and process analytical technologies (PA
- T).Generate productivity assessments through evaluation of yield, throughput and process cycle tim
- es.Assess downstream unit operations, including filtration and drying, to identify process bottlenecks and optimisation opportuniti
- es.Apply modelling and data-driven approaches to support solvent selection and process developme
- nt.Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop predictive tools and improve process understandi
- ng.Analyse, interpret and communicate scientific data to project teams and stakeholde
- rs.Prepare technical reports and recommendations to support project and resource planning decisio
ns.
Skills & Experi
- enceStrong knowledge of crystallisation process development, including nucleation, crystal growth, polymorphism and yield optimisat
- ion.Hands-on experience with Process Analytical Technology (PAT) tools such as FBRM, Raman spectroscopy, ATR-UV/Vis or imaging pro
- bes.Experience with solid-state characterisation techniques including DSC, XRPD, microscopy and spectrosc
- opy.Knowledge of, or interest in, modelling, morphology prediction and solubility assessm
- ent.Practical experience running laboratory-scale crystallisation experime
- nts.Strong problem-solving, data analysis and scientific communication ski
- lls.Ability to work independently across multiple research activities and priorit
- ies.Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary scientific te
ams.
Qualifica
- tionsPhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a closely related scientific discipline with a strong focus on crystallisation, particle science or solid-state chemi
st
- ry.ORA minimum of two years' postgraduate experience in crystallisation process development within an academic or industrial research environ