R&D Chemist
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R&D Chemist required for role in Worcestershire with background in a materials lab
Research & Development Chemist
Worcestershire (commutable from Birmingham, Worcester, Redditch and surrounding areas)
Salary - £30,000 - £35,000 (depending on experience)
Permanent
SRG is working with a leading UK manufacturer of paint and coating products. Based in the Worcestershire area, they have recently started hiring for a new member of their team laboratory R&D team. This is a great opportunity for a chemist early in their career looking for a new challenge or a graduate with some placement year experience in an industrial lab. The role would report into the technical manager and involve working on new products while working closely with the quality team.
Role Description
- Developing and implementing new polymer-based coating products as well as improving existing products
- Tweaking and testing formulations to support new product development
- Analysis of material properties with specialist testing techniques
- Assisting the quality team with product quality concerns
- Liaising with customers and suppliers
- Adhering to safety standards and Working safely in a laboratory environment
Requirements
- Degree in chemistry, engineering or similar relevant discipline
- A year or more's experience working within a coatings or similar materials laboratory environment
- Experience in materials development
- Ability to travel or relocate to the Worcestershire area on a daily basis
- Good communication and presentation skills
- 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 0161 526 1885. 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: Coatings, paints, acrylic, polyurethane, materials science, chemical, manufacturing, formulation
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Company
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Company info
- Website
- http://www.srg.co.uk/
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