Research Scientist

Summary: The Research Scientist role at NES Fircroft focuses on biocatalysis within a leading agricultural company, based in Bracknell on a 12-month contract. The position involves optimizing chemical transformations using enzymes and microorganisms, along with cross-functional collaboration to enhance biocatalytic process development. Key responsibilities include reaction monitoring and enzyme evolution, requiring a PhD in biocatalysis or a related field. Experience in biocatalytic retrosynthesis and organic synthesis is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Application and development of biocatalysis for chemical transformations
• Reaction monitoring using assays such as UPLC and LC/MS to detect hits, intermediates, and products
• Enzyme evolution, preparation, and scale-up

Key Skills:

• PhD in biocatalysis or a related discipline
• Experience in biocatalytic retrosynthesis and developing biocatalytic transformations
• Proficiency in organic synthesis and quantitative chemical reaction analysis

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Bracknell

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other