Overview
Are you ready to launch your career with technology that’s literally out of this world? At Keit, we’re helping to develop industrial processes using the IRmadillo – a FTIR spectrometer originally designed for a mission to Mars. We’re looking for bright, ambitious graduates (or soon-to-be graduates) to join our journey. This is your chance to apply your scientific skills in real-world settings, learn fast, and make a tangible impact from day one.
Here, curiosity fuels progress. We embrace mistakes as stepping stones, celebrate creativity, and thrive on collaboration. In our close-knit team, your ideas won’t just be heard - they’ll shape the future. Whether you’re in the lab or in office with customers, you’ll gain hands-on experience across the business while helping pioneer technology that pushes boundaries.
Role at a Glance
- Process Analytical Chemist / Chemical Engineer
- Location: Harwell Campus, Oxfordshire (OX11 0RL) - 3 days per week on-site and occasional international travel for customer visits and conferences
- Salary: £30,000–£40,000 depending on experience
- Working Hours: 9am-5:30pm Monday to Friday with flexibility
- Full-time - Permanent
About Us
We’re a cutting-edge technology company based in South Oxfordshire, introducing a game-changing analytical instrument to the market: the IRmadillo spectrometer. As we continue to grow our global customer base at pace, we’re seeking individuals who will thrive in our fast-moving, agile environment.
Our Values
We collaborate closely with each other and our customers to create better solutions through teamwork:
- We listen actively and strive to understand different perspectives.
- We engage in open, constructive debate to reach stronger outcomes.
We’re committed to continuous improvement-driven, creative, and relentless in pursuing progress in ourselves, our processes, and our products:
- We constantly evaluate our performance and take action to improve.
- We make decisions grounded in evidence whenever possible.
We embrace failure as a vital part of learning and personal growth—it's how we move forward and deliver more for our customers:
- We foster an environment where everyone can contribute confidently.
- We’re not afraid to make mistakes; we see them as opportunities to learn.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- Analysing customer samples in the lab to create datasets for model development
- Building chemometric models to demonstrate the IRmadillo’s capabilities
- Working directly with customers to implement and troubleshoot models
- Supporting the sales team by explaining spectroscopy and understanding customer chemistry
- Helping customers integrate spectrometers with their plant control systems
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Essential:
- A degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to spot trends or issues in data
- A proactive, flexible attitude and willingness to learn and contribute across the team
Desirable:
- Awareness of the chemical and biotech industries
- Interest or basic understanding of chemometrics (don’t worry—we’ll help you learn!)
- Practical experience with spectroscopy, analytical chemistry, or chemical processes (e.g., through coursework, projects, or internships)
You’ll be at the heart of a fast-growing company, where every component you handle has the potential to travel across the globe (or beyond). If you’re excited to grow your skills, work alongside brilliant minds, and contribute to technology that’s making waves in science and industry, apply now for a direct route to the hiring manager.
Application & Privacy
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If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.
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