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Chemistry Student Industrial Placement

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Science
  • Cambridge

Requirements

  • Completed 2 years of a Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry where an Industrial Placement year is an essential requirement of the course
  • Knowledge of the techniques of synthetic organic chemistry and catalytic synthesis
  • An understanding of standard analytical techniques: NMR, GC, HPLC
  • An understanding of Organometallic synthesis
  • Active awareness of safety standards
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

  • Evaluating homogeneous catalytic reduction processes including small scale catalyst screening, optimisation of reaction conditions and demonstration of the reaction on a laboratory scale
  • Independently preparing and performing analysis (NMR, HPLC, GC) and developing analytical methods with support from the analytical team
  • Ensuring compliance with EHS standards and actively identifying opportunities for continual EHS improvements
  • Testing technology developed in house or licenced from third parties
  • Investigating a number of reaction variables to identify acceptable or best conditions for reactions to achieve clear and specific project results
  • Collating results to prepare reports for internal review by line manager

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Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1817
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Johnson Matthey is a global specialty chemicals and sustainable technologies company. They provide a range of products and services in areas such as catalysis, precious metals, battery materials, and sustainable technologies. Johnson Matthey's ultimate mission is to make a positive impact on the world by using their expertise in chemistry and materials science to create sustainable solutions that address global challenges, such as climate change and resource scarcity. Their purpose lies in advancing science and technology to enable cleaner air, efficient energy storage, and sustainable manufacturing processes. By developing innovative and environmentally friendly solutions, Johnson Matthey aims to contribute to a more sustainable and prosperous future, benefiting both their customers and society at large.