Process Flow Chemist

Overview

Lead optimization of chemical reactions and develop flow systems for R&D

Key Responsibilities

• catalyst development
• flow reactor
• reaction optimization
• kinetic analysis
• analytical methods
• process development

Tasks

This role offers the opportunity to lead optimization of chemical reactions and conversion into flow systems. The successful candidate must know how to create a flow set up in lab setting to design, run, and test several experiments. They will play a key role in developing R&D chemistry while collaborating closely with engineering teams for process scale-up. The position requires expertise in both batch and flow chemistry, reaction kinetics, and heterogeneous catalysis to support commercialization of cutting-edge technologies. -Determine reaction kinetic rates, kinetic behaviors, and inherent limitations. -Strengthen chemistry data management and project communication within the R&D team. -Develop novel bimetallic catalysts through diverse preparation techniques. -Design, document, and validate flow reactions for process development. -Characterize in-house catalysts thoroughly and document results for technology transfer. -Build experimental solutions to overcome equilibrium or thermodynamic hurdles in reactions. -Optimize proprietary chemical reactions to determine conversion and yield limitations. -Calculate all critical reaction metrics and KPIs for tech transfer and scale-up. -Exemplify excellence in lab safety and chemical hygiene practices. -Design and assemble gram-scale flow reactor systems using lab equipment (e.g., syringe pumps, check valves, and coiled tubing). -Lead interactions with CROs, in parallel with in-house experiments, to accelerate process development and generate analytical datasets. -Onboard and commission equipment for catalyst preparation. -Perform reactions using corrosives, flammable materials, and gases under pressure. -Identify and evaluate appropriate metal catalysts for heterogeneous reactions. -Improve reactions across multistep chemical synthesis schemes for enhanced conversion and yields. -Convert batch reactions into flow reactions for improved overall performance. -Apply analytical methods to identify and quantify reactants, products, and byproducts. -Organize, present, and share data, challenges, and strategies with global teams. -Engage with Industry Experts – Work alongside leading scientists, engineers, and technical experts. -Work in BSL1 and HazMat laboratory environments with exposure to flammables, corrosives, and general health hazards. -Cutting-Edge Process Development – Contribute to the advancement of novel flow and batch chemistry methods. -Design and build integrated flow reactor arrays for continuous production of compounds and intermediates. -Implement methods for preparing metal catalysts on solid supports.

Requirements

• heterogeneous catalysis
• flow chemistry
• analytical methods
• project management
• bachelor’s
• phd

What You Bring

-Knowledge of heterogeneous catalysis and product recovery. -Experience in product isolation, purification, crystallization, and extraction methods. -Able to work onsite 5 days per week. -Experience with hydrogenation, deoxygenation, and protection/deprotection chemistry. -Experience documenting results and methods for external partners. -Experience obtaining reaction kinetic rates and behavior. -Demonstrated success converting batch reactions to flow/continuous systems. -Experience with startup, stabilization, and steady-state operation of lab-scale flow reactors. -Experience optimizing yield, reaction time, selectivity, conversion, and solvent selection. -Travel up to 10%. -Experience developing analytical methods (GC, HPLC, MS, TGA). -Direct hands-on experience with flow chemistry and/or continuous reactions at R&D scale. -Experience designing and building lab-scale flow reactors. -Experience organizing and executing project management strategies for communication and transfer of chemistry data. -Experience developing heterogeneous metal-on-support catalysts. -Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or related field (Master’s or PhD preferred). -Experience scaling multistep synthesis to pilot scale.

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Benefits

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative start-up at the forefront of chemical process development. The successful applicant will receive a competitive compensation package, annual bonus, comprehensive medical benefits, PTO, holidays, and more. Candidate must have authorization to work in the U.S. without a visa or ongoing work permit. For more information on this opportunity or others, please contact Mishu Ventura. -Competitive Compensation & Benefits – Receive market-leading salary, bonus potential, comprehensive health benefits, PTO, holidays, and more. -Collaborative & Inclusive Culture – Join a team-oriented environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About Nes Fircroft

-Began as Northenden Engineering Services before evolving through rebrands and international expansion. -Merged with Fircroft in 2020 to become a global powerhouse. -Operates over 80 offices in 45 countries, deploying workers on major projects. -Supports long-term contracts, permanent hires, managed services, global mobility, and payroll. -Backed by a history of nine strategic acquisitions, enhancing reach in sectors like chemicals and digital technology. -Delivers talent into high-profile projects such as offshore wind farms, petrochemical plants, mining developments, and pharmaceutical facilities.

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Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; candidate must already have us work authorization