BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for an Extraction Specialist in Southampton
This role is within our newly established Extraction Centre of Excellence, designed to fast-track innovation in R&D across diverse product categories. By seamlessly integrating product pipelines with fundamental projects, we are driving a sustainable and competitive strategy for long-term success.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Setting up extraction capabilities including method development to achieve target specs.
- Stock management and analytical data recording and management.
- Spec verification of samples for consumer research.
- Ageing studies.
- Developing methods to enhance process ESG metrics.
- Building a robust patent portfolio from a process and extract composition angles.
- Developing methods to trace manufacturing consistency in accordance with quality standards.
- Closely monitor emerging extraction technologies and potential external partners.
What are we looking for?
- Extensive hands-on experience in various extraction technologies including solvent extraction, and SFE.
- Hands-on experience in detection methods including LC/MS and HP-TLC
- Good knowledge in chromatography science, including thin layer chromatography, SFC, liquid chromatography, gas chromatography and spectrophotometry techniques.
- Hands-on experience in standard lab testing including density and pH measurements.
- Proven strategic thinking, analysing critical factors and variables to influence long-term project success.
- Successful collaboration among diverse cultures; good initiative and independent thinking; effective communication, briefing and presentation skills.
- Resilient, flexible, and confident to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and ambiguous environment.
- PhD in Phytochemistry, Pharmacognosy or Botany with a strong background in natural product research.
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.