Research And Development Chemist
14 days ago
Leeds
Elevation Recruitment Group are looking for an R&D Chemist to join a manufacturing business based in Leeds. This is a full-time role offering a competitive salary and benefits package. The company will consider applicants with at least one year of industry experience or relevant PhD experience. Our client is a well-established manufacturer supplying products to a range of markets. They have a focus on quality, innovation and technical expertise, with a collaborative and supportive culture. As the R&D Chemist you will: • Be involved in research, formulation and testing activities to support the development of new and improved products, • Develop and test new formulations in line with project requirements, • Improve existing products to meet customer, market or regulatory needs, • Conduct laboratory testing, trials and data analysis, • Prepare technical reports and maintain accurate documentation, • Work with production to scale up products from lab to manufacturing, • Keep up to date with industry developments and best practice To be considered for the R&d Chemist role you will need: We are keen to hear from people who can bring a strong technical foundation and an interest in developing their skills within product research and development. • Degree in Chemistry or related subject, or PhD in a relevant area, • At least one year of relevant industry or post-doctoral experience, • Knowledge of formulation chemistry and laboratory techniques, • Good analytical and problem-solving skills, • Strong communication and teamwork abilities, • Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work