Development Chemist

Development Chemist require based in West Yorkshire on a permanent basis. Requiring a degree in Chemistry (or similar), with recent and extensive experience in formulating products such as lubricants, oils, greases, coatings (other aligned industries considered).

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

Title: Development Chemist

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are working with a global, market leading specialist developer and manufacturer of a range of industrial chemicals including fluids, lubricants, oils and other speciality products. They are now seeking a Development Chemist to join their R&D team in West Yorkshire to support in developing both new and existing products within the portfolio. This is a hands-on development position within an established R&D team. The role will also involve testing products, supporting in analysis and scale-up activities and supporting in process improvements.

Benefits: You will join a highly successful company, with an opportunity to make a great impact. 35 hours – Monday to Friday, with flexibility on start and finish times. 25 days holiday and plus bank holidays. Potential for an annual bonus and company pension scheme. xwzovoh

Role/Description

• Support in the formulation and development of both new and existing products
• Testing new formulations
• Prepare technical reports, documentation and procurement records for new products
• Support with analysis and developing new analytical methods
• Assist in scale-up activities of new and existing formulations
• Support other departments as necessary

Requirements

• Degree-level qualification (BSc or higher) in Chemistry or a closely related discipline
• Extensive practical laboratory experience in formulation or development chemistry within a materials, chemicals or speciality products environment (lubricants, oils, greases, coatings etc.)
• Sound understanding of laboratory HSE, COSHH and risk assessment principles

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