Jobs in Upper Heyford

Working within a growing technical team, the Scale-Up Chemist will support the development and scale‑up of novel chemical processes, contributing to the transition from R&D to production.
This role combines laboratory work, process optimisation and scale‑up activities, with the opportunity to contribute to technology transfer and production readiness.
 
The Scale-Up Chemist will be responsible for:

Supporting the scale‑up of chemical processes to kilogram‑plus production.
Delivering high‑purity materials for sampling, analysis and testing.
Designing and executing process improvements.
Contributing to technology transfer activities and production documentation.
Supporting safety studies, including HAZID and HAZOP.
Carrying out quality control and stage‑gate analysis of materials.  
The Scale-Up Chemist will have:

A degree (BSc/MChem/MSc or equivalent) in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with relevant industrial experience.
Experience working at scale using jacketed reactor vessels (≈10L or larger) or similar systems.
Experience working with high‑purity materials and managing low‑level impurities.
An analytical approach with experience tracking materials and processes.
Experience carrying out safety and risk assessments within scale‑up processes.
The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.  
This role offers the opportunity to be involved in scaling up innovative chemical processes within a fast‑growing environment.
If you're looking to apply your technical expertise in a hands‑on development setting, apply with your updated CV and a member of the EVera team will be in touch