About the Role: 

As part of our ongoing expansion, we are excited to introduce a pivotal new role in our team: Senior Materials Analytical Chemist. This position will be instrumental in advancing our R&D efforts by tackling complex challenges and driving innovation. In this role, you will take ownership of materials characterisation, working both independently and in collaboration with our internal R&D team & external measurement partners. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that our state-of-the-art laboratory and external resources are leveraged effectively to support our research initiatives. Your expertise will help translate analytical findings into actionable insights for the R&D team. 

Our Values: 

• Knowledge 
• Driven 
• Unity 

Location: 

Based in our custom built lab and office, 10 minutes from central Oxford. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage internal and external analytical characterisation of our perovskite materials which will be used for novel MicroLED technology. 
• Develop sample preparation and analytical methods to address complex R&D challenges. 
• Utilise a broad range of analytical techniques including TGA, NMR, XPS, XRD, XRF, SEM/TEM, MS, wet chemistry, thermal analysis & microscopy. 
• Support the validation and optimisation of analytical methods. 
• Using statistical methods and techniques to extract valuable insights in order to analyse and interpret data. 
• Contributing to the development and management of our internal database management system. 
• Contribute to the maintenance, troubleshooting, and improvement of analytical techniques and equipment. 
• Collaborate with external partners to ensure accurate and relevant testing for research purposes. 
• Develop metrics and methods including development of standard operating procedures documentation in order to support quality control. 
• Regularly present findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 

Experience & Attributes:

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field with industry experience. 
• Extensive hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as TGA, NMR, XPS, XRD, XRF, SEM/TEM, MS, wet chemistry, thermal analysis & microscopy, typically gained through research. 
• Previous industry experience, where you have managed external and internal suppliers and played a key role in the companies materials or chemical characterisation. 
• Proven experience in developing and validating analytical test methods. 
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information to diverse audiences. 
• Ability to influence and manage external partners. 
• Strong ability to interpret data into actionable insights and comfortable using inhouse database tools. 

Advantage: 

• Knowledge of perovskite materials. 
• Experience with inorganic chemistry. 
• Experience Implementing quality control. 
• Experience with supervising junior team members and/or technicians.