Applications Scientist in Goole

Overview

Vacancy Number: req5651

Location: Cowick

Location Address: Cowick Hall, Snaith
Goole, East Yorkshire, DN14 9AA
United Kingdom

Closing Date: 06/02/2026

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors. We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for an Applications Scientist to join our established Pharma Applications team at our Head Office, Cowick Hall in East Yorkshire to generate data on our flagship ingredients. You will be responsible for carrying out investigations using pharmaceutical grade excipients within relevant formulation types to provide innovative solutions for challenges across a range of pharmaceutical applications. The role offers a significant level of practical work as well as interactions across most business functions from synthetic chemistry to regulatory and intellectual property to sales and marketing.

Who We’re Looking For

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

• Educated to degree level within Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutics, or related relevant scientific discipline
• Proven experience in using technical knowledge and understanding to solve complex scientific problems
• Strong laboratory skills and be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in written reports
• Positive, self-motivated individual with the ability to manage and plan your own workload, with the ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent team player but also work well independently
• Knowledge and experience in formulation science (especially colloid science) would be advantageous
• Experience of working in the specialty chemicals or pharmaceutical industry is preferred
• Familiarity with drug formulation development process
• Experience in developing and running analytical testing such as HPLC is preferred

What You’ll Be Doing

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

• Design and run experimental pharmaceutical projects
• Hands-on laboratory work: formulation, characterisation and analysis
• Collaborate with colleagues on projects regionally and globally
• Generate technical data to support marketing and sales

What We Offer

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Free lunch in on-site restaurant
• Access to share plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car leasing scheme
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites

Additional Information

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants\’ and employees\’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

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