Process Chemist in Grangemouth

Job Description

Job Title: Process Chemist

Location: Grangemouth

Pay Rate: £23.93 per hour

Contract Length: 12 months

Overview

We are seeking Process Chemists (Research Scientist 3 level) to support a special project within a manufacturing and process development environment. This role will focus on laboratory-based process development, optimisation, and technical problem-solving to support manufacturing operations and supply activities.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development & Optimisation

• Plan and execute laboratory work to develop, test, and optimise new and existing manufacturing processes.
• Ensure processes meet agreed technical, quality, and performance targets.

Technical Expertise & Support

• Provide expert process chemistry input to Process Development, Supply Chain, and project teams.
• Support the preparation and execution of development plans and manufacturing trials.

Problem Solving

• Proactively advise and support manufacturing and development teams in resolving process issues.
• Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.

Safety, Compliance & Quality

• Carry out all activities in strict compliance with site, company, and regulatory requirements.
• Promote and continuously improve safe working practices.

Data Management & Reporting

• Ensure accurate storage and management of experimental and project data.
• Prepare clear, high-quality technical reports to document experimental work and outcomes.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in process development chemistry, including:
• Data analysis (statistics and experimental design)
• Scale-up activities
• Manufacturing support
• Strong hands-on laboratory and analytical experience.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex technical challenges.

Key Capabilities

• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences.
• Ability to build strong internal networks and contribute positively within cross-functional teams.
• Strong physico-chemical understanding and ability to apply theory to practical process development, using specialist data analysis tools.

Education

• Honours Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry is essential.
• A PhD is advantageous.
• Several years’ experience in a Process Chemistry role is expected.