Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

Research & Technology Group

Job Description:

Who we are

Fuels & Low Carbon Technology (F&LCT) is a global organization of more than 300 technologists, scientists, and engineers who develop groundbreaking solutions across bps Fuels, Refining, Bioenergy, and Hydrogen businesses. The organization also supports bps wider Technology function through innovation management, modelling, digital science, and academic research partnershipsproviding the scientific and engineering foundation that enables bps low carbon and operational ambitions.

Within F&LCT, the Bioenergy & Hydrogen Technology (B&HT) team focuses on crafting and scaling technologies that unlock bps low carbon growth. The team advances pathways across bioenergy, biogas, SAF, hydrogen, and novel feedstocks, while working closely with bp businesses to ensure solutions meet real operational and commercial needs. B&HT plays a central role in defining bps technology direction for todays energy needs as well as the energy transition by driving innovation from early-stage concepts through deployment ready solutions.

Job Purpose and primary objectives:

We are delighted to present this excellent opportunity for an Associate Analytical Technologist to join our global team of scientists who provide data and insight reaching across bp from research and innovation into low carbon technologies, to critical business support for our global value chain.

The Analytical Chemistry team is expected to work across multiple interfaces to ensure business needs are met. The team develops and runs new analytical methods and equipment to support bps strategic framework across fuels (including biofuels), SAF, biogas, feedstocks, hydrogen, oil and gas, and crosscutting lowcarbon initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver safe, standardsadherent experimental operations, contributing to the development of a proactive safety culture.

• Own analytical techniques for the team, applying deep theoretical and practical expertise to deliver high-quality work and support technical excellence.

• Drive continuous improvement in analytical chemistry methods and data quality, while expanding knowledge and capability across analytical techniques.

• Partner with management to develop and implement the analytical strategy for the team, aligned with the global analytical function.

Essential Criteria & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Chemistry or related analytical science field, or proven experience in analytical techniques.

• Knowledge and hands-on experience in catalyst or product characterization techniques, with the ability to interpret and apply analytical results using methods such as XRD, microscopy, spectroscopy, GC, and GCMS.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, with the ability to present technical information to a wide range of audiences.

Desirable Experience:

• Experience of analytical techniques in solid, liquid or gas phase mixtures.

About bp

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Additional Information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Even though the job is advertised as full time, please contact the hiring manager or the recruiter as flexible working arrangements may be considered.

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Advanced spectroscopies, Advanced spectroscopies, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Separation Science, Analytical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Creativity and Innovation, Experimental Design, Hazard Identification, Imaging Techniques, Industry technology knowledge, Instrument Calibration, Laboratory Operations, Material science, Organizational Knowledge, Problem Solving, Product Development, Quality conformance, Research and Development, Science and Technology Leadership, Scientific publication, Separation science, Stakeholder Management {+ 2 more}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bps recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.