Research And Development Chemist

Job Title: (Job title is flexible) We are looking for proactive scientists with a entrepreneurial spirit Must have the right to work in the UK. Location: Nottingham Remuneration: Above Market Value Share options Private Healthcare bonus upon achieving KPIs Unlimited Free Food at the office Company Funded Monthly Social Gatherings Start date and end date (approx): This is a permanent position and is available for immediate start. (Flexible on start date based on notice period) About us: Concrete4Change (C4C) is a R&D company that is developing a ground-breaking technology to utilise and permanently mineralise CO2 in concrete. C4C technology won a wide range of awards including the United Nations (UN) most innovative Net-Zero technology Climate Challenge Cup at COP26 in Glasgow, Royal Academy of Engineering and UN SDG. C4C is partly owned by two of the largest concrete manufacturers in the World (Siam Cement Group and Goldbeck GmBH). C4C is running several projects in partnership with the University of Nottingham, University of Sheffield & University of Warwick (total project value of £4 million for 2023-2024). Learn more about us: Technologies and Vacancies: https://youtu.be/Qxjw-3vL4Ms Day in the C4C Labs: https://youtu.be/q3tHdhAoUjI Employees Perspective: https://youtu.be/dDa-xFofK3g Founder's story: https://youtu.be/vkcxFPeCkqU Job This position has a significant progress opportunity in a fast-growing team. You will be part of the core team in order to deliver the C4C milestones and directly contribute to C4C’s growth. Please see the person's specifications and roles & responsibilities below: Essential: PhD in Chemistry (or relevant advanced research experience) Understanding carbonation mechanisms, and critical assessment of CO2 uptake Extensive experience in Carbon Dioxide Utilisation. In-depth knowledge of your specialist strand. Demonstratable understanding of organic, in-organic and physical chemistry. Post PhD experience. Desirable: Mineralisation of CO2 for various applications Experience with cement chemistry. Roles & Responsibilities: Independent self-starter who can develop new technology areas that leverage existing capabilities and expertise, including CO2 carrier. Contribute to the C4C IPR for CO2 carrier technologies. Contribute to the funded grant project proposals – e.g. Innovate UK, European Innovation Council, UKRI, Horizon Europe. Plan, procure and manage the chemical laboratory in line with regulations. Utilisation of cement/concrete chemistry knowledge for carbon capture and utilisation in concrete Evaluation of carbon capture and utilization (CCU) techniques on the properties and long-term performance of cement-based materials Conduct cost-benefit analysis and LCA of the material developed Manage the technical team, projects and help expand the team. Benefits: C4C is seeking people who want to do applied science, with an entrepreneurial spirit and use their skills to build a sustainable world. We offer typical employee benefits plus a share of what we will build together. A unique opportunity to work with top universities in the UK An exciting opportunity to work with Multibillion Concrete Companies A pension scheme A competitive bonus upon achieving milestones Unrivalled career progression pathway. An interesting company social calendar Private Health Care