R&D Chemist
- Employer
- Science Solutions Recruitment
- Location
- Somerset
- Salary
- £25000.00 - £35000.00 per annum
- Closing date
- 7 Oct 2022
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- Sector
- Formulation, Plastics, Polymers
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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Job Details
We are recruiting on behalf of a growing adhesives and sealants manufacturer for an R&D Chemist to join their site based in Somerset. As an R&D Chemist, you will be responsible for new product development formulations from the laboratory through to commercialisation.
To be considered for this role, you will have a degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or related subject, and a background working in the development and formulation of adhesives, sealants and elastomers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop new and existing formulations of adhesives, sealants and elastomers utilising various technologies including polyurethane
- Assist in the research to source new raw materials to make product improvements, and research new technologies relevant to the business
- Own responsibility for whole project lifecycle from receiving initial customer specification to supervising trials and production
- Prepare technical documentation including SDSs and TDSs in accordance with procedures and systems
Knowledge and Experience:
- Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or related subject
- 1-3 years' experience in a development laboratory, formulating adhesives/sealants ideal, but other background within polymers is acceptable
- Experience with common polymer test methods including tensile strength, abrasion and UV stability testing
Company
Science Solutions is a best in class recruitment consultancy, working solely with, and within, the scientific and technical industry sectors. Each of our consultants is an expert in a niche scientific market area, ensuring that we have the understanding and ability to represent you and your experience in the most effective way possible within the job market.
Company info
- Website
- https://www.sciencesolutionsrecruitment.com/
- Telephone
- 01925 377815
- Location
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Suite C,
Chadwick House,
Birchwood Business Park,
Warrington
Cheshire
WA3 6AE
GB
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