Development Chemist

Company: Smart4 Chemicals

Location: Cambridge

Posted: May 1st, 2026

Development Chemist

Location: Cambridge

Full Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced scientist with a strong background in production chemistry and organic synthesis? Our client is looking for a Development Chemist to produce small organic molecules for use in their innovative products. If you’re passionate about organic chemistry, working with a leading manufacturer this is the job for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will be responsible for producing and developing small organic molecules. In order to do o you will be expected to:

• Perform small scale production distillations up to 20L scale

• Coordinate with QC, QA, Production, safety, and other relevant divisions to ensure projects progress as smoothly as possible.

• Assist in providing support for solving process related issues.

• Work in 12 hour shift patterns (no nights)


What You’ll Bring

Essential

• Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related discipline.

• 3 to 5 years of industrial experience working in organic synthesis.

• Thorough understanding of quality control techniques like HPLC, GC, FTIR, KF and titrations.

• Must have thorough knowledge of HSE requirements, specifically the handling of hazardous chemicals in various package sizes.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Desirable

• Experience working with larger scale or pilot plant operations.


If you are interested, please send your CV across to George Thomson at:

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