Development Chemist
Accrington (commutable from Manchester, Blackburn and surrounding areas)
Salary - £32,000 - £38,000 (depending on experience)
Permanent

SRG is working with a leading manufacturer of industrial chemicals and materials. Based in the Accrington area, they have recently started hiring for a new member of their R&D team. This opportunity would suit someone with previous industrial chemicals laboratory experience either from a previous job or placement year. The company has a great track record of staff retention and upskilling of employees. If successful you will be joining a large team of highly skilled scientists with opportunities for progression.

Benefits: Bonus scheme, cycle to work scheme, pension scheme with up to 7.5% contribution

Role Description

• Ensuring raw materials and intermediates are fit for purpose for pilot plant and full scale experiments
• New product development of advanced material products
• Safe handling of potentially hazardous chemicals. Conducting risk assessments and adhering to safety data sheets
• Working closely with customers to ensure products meet specifications and deadlines
• Solving a diverse set of problems relating to new product development
• Working closely with manufacturing and engineering teams to investigate potential issues and provide technical support where necessary

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry with a focus on industrial or inorganic chemistry
• Significant recent experience in and R&D role in a relevant industry (polymers, coatings, metallurgy, inorganic synthesis)
• Ability to travel or relocate to the Accrington area
• A strong understanding of analytical and physical testing techniques
• 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 to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will on +44 161 667 1819 . If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

Keywords: formulation, polymers, materials, R&D, product development, laboratory, chemist, chemistry, NPD, formulating, inorganic chemistry

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