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DUDE CHEM is hiring a Chemical Reaction Engineer

About the Role

The engineer will lead the development and evaluation of chemical reactions, focusing on process efficiency, safety, and scalability within industrial applications.

Responsibilities

  • Design and execute laboratory-scale chemical reaction experiments
  • Analyze reaction kinetics and thermodynamic parameters
  • Optimize reaction conditions for yield and selectivity
  • Develop scalable processes from lab to pilot stage
  • Monitor and control reaction variables such as temperature and pressure
  • Troubleshoot issues in reaction performance
  • Collaborate with process safety teams to ensure compliance
  • Maintain detailed experimental records
  • Evaluate catalyst performance and stability
  • Support process scale-up activities
  • Interpret analytical data from chromatography and spectroscopy
  • Propose modifications to improve reaction efficiency
  • Work with cross-functional teams on process integration
  • Ensure adherence to environmental and safety regulations
  • Contribute to technical documentation and reports
  • Assess risks associated with new reaction pathways
  • Utilize simulation tools for reaction modeling
  • Validate reproducibility across multiple batches
  • Implement green chemistry principles where applicable
  • Stay current with advancements in reaction engineering

Nice to Have

  • Master’s or higher degree in chemical engineering
  • Experience in industrial chemical synthesis
  • Background in catalysis research
  • Familiarity with DOE methodologies
  • Experience with automated reaction systems
  • Knowledge of PAT (Process Analytical Technology)
  • Prior work in pharmaceutical or specialty chemicals

Compensation

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Work Arrangement

On-site position with limited remote flexibility

Team

Collaborative R&D environment within a specialized chemical engineering unit

Research Focus

Projects emphasize innovation in reaction design, with emphasis on sustainable methods and energy-efficient pathways.

Work Environment

Laboratory and office setting with access to advanced analytical equipment and computational tools.

Career Development

Opportunities for professional growth through project leadership and technical training programs.

Available for qualified international candidates

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DUDE CHEM

Your Virtual Green Chemistry Manufacturer

DUDE CHEM is a leading company in green chemical manufacturing based in Berlin. As a virtual deep tech manufacturer, they enable a greener supply of active pharmaceuticals (APIs) and their intermediates to transform the current pharma-chemical industry into an environmentally benign sector.

The company is built on the 12 principles of green chemistry and digitalization, combining computational chemistry, digitalization, and a market-validated IP portfolio to create sustainable production processes. Their mission includes reusing expensive resources, fast-tracking synthesis design and upscaling, and ensuring high quality and efficiency in chemical production.

DUDE CHEM has partnered with major industry players like KD Pharma Group and Boehringer Ingelheim, and has achieved a 71% waste reduction in current process development, demonstrating their commitment to sustainable innovation.

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