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).

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.

Role/Description

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

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• Degree-level qualification (BSc or higher) in Chemistry or a closely related discipline
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• Extensive practical laboratory experience in formulation or development chemistry within a materials, chemicals or speciality products environment (lubricants, oils, greases, coatings etc.)
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• Sound understanding of laboratory HSE, COSHH and risk assessment principles
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For more information please call Chris Beckenham on 0161 667 1795.

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