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Research Scientist

Description:

Phytome Research Ltd. is an independent innovation company collaborating with partners to invent and develop plant-centred products and technologies. We are a diverse group of innovative trailblazers with a shared passion and focus creating impact in people’s lives and building an industry to grow a better future. With a focus on transforming botanical pharmaceuticals together, we design, develop, and engineer new technologies and therapeutics that unlock the potential to have a lasting global impact.

About the role:

We are seeking a Research Scientist to join our Natural Product Chemistry team. You will play a crucial role in advancing our research projects, focusing on the development of botanical pharmaceuticals and the optimisation of extraction, purification, and formulation techniques.

The sort of things you will be doing:

You will be conducting individual and collaborative research projects. This includes, designing and undertaking experiments, maintaining meticulous research notes, and entry and analysing of the resulting data to meet project milestones.

Designing and conducting experiments to support the development of novel botanical drug formulations for pre-clinical and clinical trials.
Designing and executing stability studies for botanical formulations, ensuring long-term product viability.
Optimising extraction, purification, and characterisation methods for botanical materials, ensuring high-quality and consistent results.
Developing and validating analytical methods for the characterisation and standardisation of botanical extracts.
Analysing and interpreting experimental data, maintaining meticulous records, and presenting findings to the research team.
Contributing to the development of intellectual property around extraction, purification, and formulation techniques.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones are met and align with company objectives.
Preparing regulatory documents, such as INDs and NDAs, for botanical drug products in collaboration with the regulatory affairs team.
Assisting in the preparation of grant applications, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

This role will be a great fit if:

You have experience in a fast-paced, commercially focused and hands-on scientific research role.

You will hold a degree in chemistry or a related subject, either MSc, or BSc with relevant additional research experience. You will be highly skilled in chemical extractions of natural products with knowledge and experience of patent development as well as purification, surface chemistry, and chromatography techniques.

You are comfortable working effectively in a small, high velocity team.
You can demonstrate an innovation mindset to drive science and technology development.
You like to take ownership, work at pace, and get things done.
You are comfortable managing multiple research projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables and effective coordination with other departments.
You enjoy mentoring and guiding junior members of the research team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
You are confident in building and maintaining great relationships with both internal and external partners.

What are we looking for?

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for a role unless they are 100% qualified. We know that the perfect candidate who ticks every box doesn’t exist and it’s your experience, skills and passion that will set you apart. We prioritise grit, positivity, and the willingness to get stuck in and encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn’t exactly match the job description. Tell us about your achievements, your journey, and what you have learnt.

Our Culture:

We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and empowering them to contribute fully at work.

Our high-tech laboratory facilities and modern, open collaborative working spaces are based at our campus on a beautiful Cornish estate.

In return we offer:

Apart from joining a rapidly growing company with a great culture, we also offer:
6 weeks Annual Leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays (increasing on Length of Service)
Enhanced Company pension scheme
Ongoing training and development programmes
Team workshops and events

Hiring Process:

Initial telephone screening call (30 mins)
Capabilities and culture-fit interview – onsite (2 hours)

Support – If you have a medical condition or an individual need for an adjustment to our process, and you believe this may affect your ability to be at your best, please let us know so we can talk about how we can best support you and make any adjustments that may be needed.

Other Requirements:

All successful applicants will be subject to a Basic DBS Check. Please Note: A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position.
Your employment is conditional upon the Company’s receipt of satisfactory references.
Direct applicants only.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:

At Phytome, we’re committed to cultivating a positive environment that promotes diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We believe that we should celebrate each and every unique quality and want every colleague to bring their whole self to work every day, no matter your ethnicity, religion, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, caring responsibilities, neurodiversity, or otherwise. We champion an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work.

If you would like an informal conversation about the position ahead of applying, please email recruitment@phytomelife.com*We look forward to receiving your application.