Senior R&D Chemist
- Liverpool
- £40,000-55,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
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Liverpool
Salary - £40,000 - £55,000 (depending on experience)
PermanentSRG is working with a leading global manufacturer of speciality polymers. Based in the Liverpool area, they have recently started hiring for a role on their R&D team. This opportunity would suit someone with a strong background in polymers R&D or a similar industry, who are capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Applications welcome from chemists with skills in formulation of polymers, coatings, adhesives and similar industries.Role Description
- Leading the development and innovation of new polymer products
- Managing projects relating to the research and development of polymers and composites
- Analysing and interpreting data to drive new product development
- Liaising both internally and externally with quality and manufacturing teams to ensure successful scale up of formulations
- Adhering closely to health and safety regulations whilst working in the laboratory
- Supporting quality teams to investigate potential issues and provide improvements
- Degree in Chemistry - PhD would be beneficial but not essential
- Significant recent experience in and R&D role in a relevant industry (polymers, coatings, adhesives, sealants or similar)
- Industrial project management experience would be a distinct advantage
- Experience of working in a laboratory/material processing environment
- Knowledge of extrusion and injection moulding would be advantageous
- Ability to travel or relocate to the Liverpool area
- A strong understanding of analytical and physical testing techniques
- Full right to work in the UK.