At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and manage innovative polymer formulations while leading exciting R&D projects.
- Company: Global manufacturer of high-performance chemicals in the electronics sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and a dynamic work environment.
- Other info: Great opportunity for recent graduates or those looking to transition into industry.
- Why this job: Join a cutting-edge team and make a real impact in the polymers industry.
- Qualifications: Degree in Chemistry or related field; experience in product formulation preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32000 £ per year.
Development Scientist (Polymers and Materials) Liverpool area (commutable The Wirral, North Cheshire and surrounding areas)
Salary - £30,000 - £32,000 (potentially higher for an ideal match)
Permanent
SRG is working with a global manufacturer of polymer products, who develop and manufacture high performance chemicals for use in electronics. Based in the Merseyside area, they have recently started hiring for a new member of their R&D team. This is a great opportunity for a scientist with a background in the polymers, coatings, materials or speciality chemicals industry looking to progress in their career. Applications encouraged from people with industry experience or a similar background with a PhD or post doc looking to make their first move into industry.
Role Description
- Developing and project managing new and existing formulation products, supporting portfolio growth and identifying market opportunities
- Leading R&D projects through the full product development lifecycle, ensuring compliance with ISO standards and effective stakeholder communication.
- Scaling up formulations from laboratory development through pilot production to full manufacturing, working closely with engineering, operations and quality teams.
- Testing and evaluating formulations using a range of analytical and physical techniques to support product development, manufacturing and quality improvement.
- Driving continuous improvement in laboratory, testing and manufacturing processes while maintaining supplier relationships, safety, quality, risk assessment, documentation and intellectual property standards.
Requirements
- Degree in Chemistry or similar discipline
- Recent experience formulating products in the chemicals industry
- Experience in rheology would be a distinct advantage although non essential
- Ability to travel or relocate to the Merseyside area
- Full right to work in the UK.
If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV. For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will.
Contact Details:
Royal Society of Chemistry Recruitment Team
