Research Scientist

As a global leader in speciality chemicals, we continue tosucceed and strengthen our delivery of innovative, sustainable andhigh-performance solutions. We are We currently have an exciting opportunityfor a Research & Technology Scientist to join the Biotechnology R&Tteam. With a growing need for new sustainable productsbiotechnology is an area of future growth and expansion within the business.The role is heavily R&D based, involving the development of variousdownstream processes and using many sustainable technologies. The successful candidate will also be required to supportthe analytic testing laboratory. The candidate will work closely withindustrial production, IP, regulatory, application, sales and marketing tosupport the launch of products into Crodas markets.

• BSc at least 4 years, or preferably PhD degree with at least 2 years experience in downstream processing or related to a life sciences / biotechnology equivalent discipline.
• Experience developing downstream processes with an understanding of critical parameters for the successful extraction, purification, clarification and preservation of natural or GMO-derived products.
• You will have the ability to work within the biotechnology team and wider commercial teams.
• You will need to be a self-motivated individual with the ability to manage and plan your own workload.
• You will have the ability to find innovative solutions to complex problems and adapt to changing project requirements.
• Ability to research patents for relevant target products and build a DSP strategy using in-depth publication reading skills.
• Ability to use some or preferably all of the following devices, optimise the relevant parameters and manage their effects in a DSP flow:
1. High-Pressure Homogenizer 2. TFF (Tangential Flow Filtration) 3. Continuous flow centrifuge 4. Steam distillation systems Desirables:
• Previous work experience within the biotechnology industry.
• Previous project related to Supercritical Extraction Systems.
• Catalytic conversion reactions and their optimizations.
• Previous work on stability studies and related DoE design.
• Proven experience of taking an idea to commercial success.
• Previous experience in industrial-scale production would be beneficial.
  
  The successful candidate will receive a competitive benefitspackage including:
• Defined benefit pension scheme with death in service benefit
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Access to share plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car leasing scheme
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites
Our ideal person As a business, its really important to us that we find the best person for thejob and that you have the best opportunity to succeed in the role. To help, wehave outlined our expectations for the role and what core skills andexperiences we require as well as what would make you an ideal fit. In turn, wehope this helps you evaluate if this is the right job for you.