R&D Chemist (Polymers) required, based in Cheshire on a permanent basis. Requiring recent and proven industrial experience in polymer synthesis, product development, laboratory research and/or application testing within the polymers, materials, or chemicals sector.
Title: R&D Chemist (Polymers)
Location: Cheshire
Salary: £38,000 - £45,000 (dependent on experience)
Term: Permanent
SRG are working with a leading speciality chemicals manufacturer operating across global markets. They are now hiring for an R&D Chemist to join their innovation-focused team, contributing to new product development activities, polymer synthesis programmes and research initiatives that support growth across diverse end-use applications. Candidates with industrial laboratory experience and a strong background in polymer chemistry or materials science are encouraged to apply.
Benefits: A highly innovative business with significant investment in R&D facilities. 27 days holiday plus bank holidays. 37.5 hour working week with flexibility. Excellent pension scheme, private healthcare and additional benefits packages.
Role / Description
1. Lead and support development activities across R&D projects.
2. Plan and conduct experimental programmes involving polymer synthesis and material development.
3. Carry out laboratory and pilot-scale experimentation in collaboration with wider technical teams.
4. Record, analyse and interpret experimental data, producing clear technical reports.
5. Participate in cross-functional discussions to align technical developments with market needs.
6. Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping in accordance with site and regulatory requirements (e.g., REACH, COSHH).
7. Keep up to date with developments in polymer technology and related fields.
8. Identify opportunities for process improvement and propose innovative new concepts.
Requirements
9. Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or similar.
10. Proven industrial experience in developing and/or testing the applications of polymers (adhesives/coatings/sealants/elastomers will be considered).
11. Strong working knowledge of analytical chemistry, physical testing and thermal analysis.
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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 or any other roles, please call Chris on 0161 667 1795.
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Keywords: chemistry, polymer chemistry, development, R&D, polymer synthesis, materials, new product development, laboratory, polyurethanes, innovation, research chemist, development chemist, polymers, adhesive, sealant, coating, elastomer.
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