Research Scientist

NES Fircroft is recruiting a Research Scientist with a focus on Biocatalysis to join a leading agricultural company. This role is based at our client's site in Bracknell on a 12-month contract.

Role Overview: As a Research Scientist specialising in biocatalysis, you will play a pivotal role in identifying and optimising chemical transformations through the application of enzymes and microorganisms. This position involves cross-functional cooperation, offering a unique opportunity to shape biocatalytic process development within an industrial setting.

Responsibilities include:

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

Preferred Education and Experience:

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

For more information on the role, please contact Jade Stirk at .

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