Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability & SHEQ Recruitment

Downstream Processing Chemist

Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability & SHEQ Recruitment  •  Oxford, GB (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

Enjoy solving complex purification challenges, experimenting with separation techniques and developing processes that could work beyond the laboratory?

HydRegen is a growing Oxford-based biotechnology company developing innovative technologies to make chemical manufacturing more sustainable.

As the business expands its R&D capabilities, there's an opportunity for a Downstream Processing Chemist to help develop the purification and product-recovery processes needed to take its technology towards commercial application.

This isn't a routine laboratory testing position. You'll investigate new purification approaches, improve existing methods and tackle practical challenges involved in recovering valuable products from complex reaction mixtures.

What makes this opportunity interesting?

Working alongside colleagues in chemistry, biology and process engineering, you'll help develop efficient, scalable processes.

Your work will include

  • Developing and optimising purification and downstream processing methods.
  • Investigating techniques including filtration, extraction, evaporation and crystallisation.
  • Improving product recovery, purity, yield and process efficiency.
  • Designing experiments to evaluate different purification approaches.
  • Supporting the development of processes suitable for larger-scale manufacturing.

What experience will you need?

We're interested in candidates with a background in Chemistry, Bioprocessing, Biochemical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.

You'll need practical experience with downstream processing, purification or product recovery, alongside exposure to different separation techniques.

Previous industrial experience isn't essential. Relevant experience gained through an MSc, PhD or academic research project is welcomed.

Benefits:

  • EMI share-option scheme
  • Private healthcare
  • Enhanced maternity leave
  • Auto-enrolment pension
  • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Interested in finding out more?

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation. An up-to-date CV isn't essential for an initial discussion lewis@cranleighstem.co.uk

Cranleigh STEM & Sustainability is supporting HydRegen with this appointment.

Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability & SHEQ Recruitment

About Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability & SHEQ Recruitment

Cranleigh STEM is a specialist recruitment partner in STEM, Sustainability, and SHEQ. We work with innovative organisations and purpose-led professionals to help solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges, from advancing clean technologies to driving scientific discovery.

We understand that progress in these fields depends on people. Our role is to connect the right individuals with the right teams, whether that’s scientists in the lab, engineers on the ground, or leaders at the helm.

🚀 Our Mission

To support innovative organisations by delivering the talent they need to grow, evolve, and make a meaningful impact in their field.

🔎 Our Core Values

Challenge

We’re comfortable working in complex, technical spaces. We approach every brief with curiosity and care, asking the right questions to deliver people who can genuinely move your organisation forward.

Collaboration

We see recruitment as a partnership. That means open communication, transparency, and shared goals, whether you’re building a team or looking for your next role.

Commitment

We take pride in the work we do. We’re committed to high standards, long-term relationships, and doing what’s right for our clients, our candidates, and the industries we serve.

💡 Our Purpose

To contribute to a more sustainable and innovative future by helping organisations in science and technology attract and retain the talent they need to grow responsibly and with purpose.

🌍 Our Reach

Headquartered in South London, we work with clients and candidates across the UK, Europe, and the USA.

🔬 Areas of Expertise

Biotechnology

Pharmaceuticals

Chemicals & Materials

Food Technology

Clean Technology

Electric Vehicles & Sustainable Engineering

If you're hiring or exploring your next move in STEM, we’re here to help.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
1-10 employees
Headquarters
Guildford, GB
Year Founded
2001
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