Principal Scientist (Computational Chemistry)

at  Victrex

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Education: Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven track record in computational chemistry, with a focus on polymers.
• Skills: Proficiency in molecular modeling software (e.g., Gaussian, GROMACS, LAMMPS) and programming languages (e.g., Python, C++).
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of polymer chemistry, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics.
• Attributes: Creative thinker, problem solver, team player, and excellent communicator.

ROLE PURPOSE

Are you a visionary Computational Chemist with a passion for polymers? Do you dream of pushing the boundaries of material science using the power of computational modelling and simulations? If so, we want you to join our vibrant R&D team in our mission to provide transformational and sustainable solutions which address world material challenges every day.

As a Computational Chemist in our Digital R&D team at Victrex, you will:

• Innovate: Design and perform computational experiments to predict monomer and polymer behaviour and properties’
• Collaborate: Work closely with experimental chemists, materials scientists, and engineers to validate and refine computational models.
• Discover: Explore new frontiers in polymer chemistry, from biodegradable plastics to high-performance composites.
• Optimize: Utilize molecular dynamics, quantum mechanics, and machine learning to optimize polymer synthesis and processing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and perform computational experiments to predict monomer and polymer behaviour and properties.
• Develop and implement new algorithms for polymer simulation and analysis.
• Interpret computational data to guide the synthesis and testing of new materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate computational insights into real-world applications.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computational chemistry and polymer science.