Join Our Client as a Research & Development Chemist! Hiring a Research & Development Chemist to develop polymers. Starting asap, competitive salary, based in Herefordshire, permanent position. Location: Herefordshire Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: competitive Start date: ASAP Are you detail-oriented and passionate about innovation? Our client is seeking a Research & Development Chemist to join their dynamic Divisional R&D team. This is your chance to work at the cutting edge of polymer technology, developing advanced polyurethane and phenolic resin systems and conducting performance testing on polymer foams. What You'll Do Prepare and cut polyurethane and phenolic foam samples. Mix and run foam formulations using laboratory chemicals. Perform small-scale fire tests and operate advanced lab equipment (FTIR, GC-MS, thermal conductivity instruments, etc.). Plan and execute experimental production trials. Analyse data, write reports, and present findings to senior staff. Provide technical support and stay up-to-date with scientific developments.What We're Looking For Recent chemistry/ related graduate or experience within the polymer industry Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. IT literacy (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel). Full UK driving licence.What's on Offer Competitive salary profit-related bonus. 25 days annual leave bank holidays. Contributory pension scheme. Life assurance (4x salary). Enhanced family leave, buy & sell annual leave. Professional development support. Employee Assistance Programme, cycle-to-work scheme, discounted healthcare. Keywords: graduate, chemistry, development, formulation, product development, npd, new product development, materials, developing, formulate, formulating, construction, adhesive, cement, sealant, grout, coating, elastomer, silicone, mould, paint, plastic. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy