R&D Chemist

Job Title: R&D Chemist

Location: Lancashire

Salary: 40,000 - 43,00

Contract: Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 16:15

We are recruiting for an experienced chemist to join a busy and well-established business. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive team environment, contributing to day-to-day operations and helping maintain high standards across the function.

The successful candidate will bring relevant experience, a proactive approach, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a stable position with a competitive salary and consistent weekday hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out core duties in line with business and team requirements

• Maintain high standards of quality, accuracy, and safety

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the operation

• Support continuous improvement and efficient day-to-day performance

• Complete tasks within agreed deadlines and priorities

What we're looking for:

Essentials

• Graduate degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline

• Solid background in materials testing

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Comfortable interacting with colleagues at all levels of an organisation

• Strong computer literacy

• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider R&D team

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

• Self-motivated with a proactive and driven approach

Desirable

• PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline

• Experience developing test methods

• Experience with statistical analysis

Package

• Salary: 40,000 - 43,000

• Contract: Permanent

• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 16:15

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