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Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Process Development Scientist
Ipswich
Salary - £35,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience)
Permanent
36.25 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8 hours and Friday 7 hours, with 30 minutes lunch each day (flexible with core hours)
SRG is working with a leading manufacturer of innovative building materials. Based in the Suffolk area, they have recently started hiring for a new member of their team due to an increased workload. This opportunity would suit someone with recent experience in the chemicals industry, preferably within research and development. You will join a close-knit team in a largely lab-based role. The site can be difficult to get to so a driving licence would be advantageous. Applications from people with previous experience are encouraged. A highly relevant academic background within materials or polymers will also be considered.
Benefits: Competitive company pension. Flexible start and finish. Company bonus scheme and voucher rewards scheme
Role Description
Developing new product formulations for use in the construction industry
Working to deliver customer-led projects and ensuring quality standards are met
Complying closely with health and safety regulations and identifying where potential improvements can be made.
Researching new processes and recipes for product formulations for use within the construction industry
Working closely with other teams to meet targets and deadlines (Operations, Quality, Marketing, Engineering and Purchasing)
Requirements
Significant recent experience within an R&D role in the chemicals industry. (Preferably polymers, materials, construction, coatings or similar)
Educated to degree level in chemistry, chemical engineering or a similar discipline. A PhD is not required but would be advantageous if relevant.
A level of autonomy when working in the lab with minimal supervision
A strong knowledge and eye for detail regarding safe laboratory working
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 (phone number removed). If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) 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: Materials, polymers, chemicals, engineering, process, formulation, research, development, construction, insulation
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