Laboratory Chemist

We are currently working with a prestigious, government-backed defence organisation in the Presteigne area to recruit an experienced development Chemist to support existing and forthcoming R&D programmes. Working within a small team and reporting to the Principal Chemist the role is suitable for a chemist with experience within a manufacturing environment. Role and Responsibilities: * Preparation of high-quality technical reports for customer projects and delivery of presentations to project stakeholders. * Creation of robust and safe operating procedures and methods and generation of comprehensive risk assessment and COSHH documentation in accordance with ISO9001 and HSE requirements. * Production of energetic formulations using techniques including pressing, casting, resonant acoustic mixing (RAM) and planetary mixing. * Organic synthesis and scale up of target energetic molecules at scales from grams to kilo. * Analysis and testing of energetic materials and formulations. * Operation of process equipment and plant in a safe and methodical system of work Knowledge, Skills and Experience: * Chemistry PhD or MSc with appropriate experience. Other degrees will be considered depending on experience. * Organic Synthesis – practical expertise and knowledge of theory. * Process optimisation and scale-up at kilo/pilot scales. * Hands on experience of analysis techniques including HPLC/GPC, DSC, TGA, DMTA, NMR, FT-IR. * Experience of working with energetic materials and hazard testing is desirable but not essential. * Strong report writing and presentation skills. * Confident self-starter capable of working autonomously to manage and deliver projects within budget and to customer deadlines. * Proactive problem solving and troubleshooting skills