Senior Research Chemist

Senior Research Chemist required, based in Cheshire West. Potential candidates will ideally hold a PhD in Chemistry, with recent, proven industrial experience researching the applications of new and existing synthetic products through both research and literature.Title: Senior Research Chemist Location: Cheshire WestSalary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum + benefitsTerm: PermanentSRG are working with a well-respected, global company who develop a wide range of speciality chemicals and additives. With a genuine drive for innovation, they are now looking for a Senior Research Chemist to join their R&D hub, planning, developing and delivering project plans resulting in the development of new and existing products. This role will involve reviewing and interpreting literature/patent sources, supporting in laboratory work and managing projects in line with milestones and deliverables. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD in Chemistry and proven industrial experience of researching the applications of both new and existing products. Candidates with experience of developing polymers and/or other organic synthetic products are encouraged to apply.Benefits: Multinational chemicals business with a strong focus on innovation and a vibrant community of R&D scientists. 37.5 working hours, Monday to Friday with flexible start and finish times. 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays. Excellent pension scheme, private healthcare and generous annual bonus scheme.Role / Description Devising & managing projects to develop new functional chemical compounds and productsDesigning & carrying out lab-based experiments, synthesis & characterisation of new productsWorking closely with Applications Chemists to establish test methods, to evaluate viability & performance of compounds in market formulationsInterpreting analysis results & reporting on findingsUsing literature, market trends & industry conferences to inform development of synthetic routes & reaction mechanismsMaintaining an awareness of product development & trends in specific industry and project areasLiaising with other internal R&D teams to share information, collaborate & contribute to parallel or long term R&D projects.RequirementsMinimum BSc/MSc in Chemistry, with ideal candidates holding a PhD in ChemistryProven industrial experience of researching the application of polymer/synthetic chemistry productsAble to use creative synthetic techniques to produce new functional compoundsInquisitive and lateral thinkingGood communication and problem-solving skillsFor more information please call Chris on 0161 526 1898.Keywords: Research Chemist, PhD, chemistry, chemist, synthesis, organic synthesis, functional compounds, functional additives, chemicals, research chemist, speciality, synthetic, reaction, characterisation, laboratory, research, development, project, thesis, doctorate, post-doctorate, experiment, polymer, application testing.