Development Chemist
Full Time - Permanent Position
£30,000 - £35,000 + Other Excellent Benefits (e.g Flexitime, Medical)
Based in South London
Do you thrive in a dynamic lab environment where you can contribute to all stages of the product lifecycle, from formulation to batch production?
Are you a driven and inquisitive chemist eager to contribute to the development of cutting-edge corrosion solutions?
My client are a leading manufacturer of specialist coatings for industries from industries from oil and gas, and petrochemical to renewable energy.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Development Chemist to join our clients R&D team. Reporting directly to the Technical Manager, you will be responsible for contributing to the development and improvement of an innovative well established product range.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct laboratory experiments and investigations into new product formulations, product optimisation, and competitor analysis.
- Analyse and interpret data, prepare reports, and present findings to the team using instruments like Rheometers, Extensometers.
- Support Production, Quality Control, and customer facing departments.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of quality and environmental management systems (ISO 9001 and ISO 14001).
- Contribute to a safe and efficient laboratory environment.
Qualifications:
- BSc/MSc in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related scientific field.
- Experience in a laboratory environment.
- Excellent IT skills (Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent spoken and written communication for writing reports and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Key Skills:
- Knowledge of corrosion protection and surface coatings.
- Experience with relevant industry standards (ASTM, ISO, NACE).
- Experience with laboratory equipment such as rheometers, extensometers, and impactors.
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and skills to Deon at Deon.Nzou@cypartners.co.uk
Key Words: Development Chemist, Formulation Chemist, Research & Development, R&D, Scientist, Wet Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Viscosity, Problem solving, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, Paint and Coatings, Sealants, Rheometer, Extensometer