CK Group are recruiting for an R&D Manager, to join a chemicals manufacturing company, at their site based in Stoke, on a full time, permanent basis. The salary is £40,000 pa
The Company:
Our client is a leader in the global manufacture of their specialty materials. Developing and manufacturing a range of pigments and nanomaterials.
Location:
The R&D Manager will be based at the company's site in Stoke, easily commutable from surrounding areas.
R&D Manager Role:
Your main duties will be:
* Develop new, innovative products
* Explore new chemistries in line with the companies strategic goals
* Develop analytical and other quality required parameters
* Develop processes for manufacturing new products including their upscaling into pilot scale
* Develop analytical and quality procedures to ensure the products functionality
* Develop new Applications for existing or new products
* Support Production department on any problems arising in production
* Manage the R&D Laboratory and its personnel
* Develop Equipment and technical standards according to the requirements
Your Background:
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:
* PhD in Inorganic Chemistry or Material Science, ev. Mineralogy or Polymer Sciences
* willingness to do practical lab work
* experience in analytical procedures especially spectroscopic methods
* willingness to occasional travels