Applications Scientist

Croda; Widnes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global organization in chemical manufacturing is seeking an Applications Scientist to join their photoprotection R&D team in Widnes. The successful candidate will conduct laboratory experiments, develop new formulations, and provide technical support, contributing to innovative solutions in the Life Sciences sector. This entry-level position offers a competitive salary and benefits, fostering a collaborative and diverse work environment.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension scheme

25 days paid holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

Access to share plans

Cycle to work scheme

Car leasing scheme

Generous parental leave

Retail platform benefits

Free car parking on Croda sites

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or equivalent work experience required.
• Some laboratory experience is essential.
• Formulation experience and background in Sun Care is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and carry out laboratory experiments for product formulation.
• Generate and review results, solving encountered problems.
• Plan and run multiple projects, managing experiments effectively.

Skills

Innovative thinking

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Planning and organization

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

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Vacancy Number: req4961

Location: Ditton

Location Address:

Foundry Lane, Ditton

Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 8UB

United Kingdom

Closing Date: 06/06/2025

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks to deliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for an Applications Scientist to join our photoprotection R&D applications team at Ditton.

You will be responsible for generating impactful research data to advance Croda’s portfolio of photoprotection ingredients, including developing and testing a range of photoprotection ingredients in cosmetic formulations.

Who We’re Looking For

At Croda, we believe our people are the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive.

• You will be an innovative scientist and proactive problem solver
• You will be an effective communicator, capable of building effective working relationships and producing a high standard of written work
• You will be comfortable using your own initiative as well as working as part of a wider team
• A genuine curiosity to understand and solve problems, and to identify patterns and correlations of the generated data
• Excellent planning and organisation skills to effectively manage own workload along with experience of working on projects simultaneously
• A degree in Chemistry or equivalent work experience is required with some laboratory experience being essential
• Formulation experience and a background in Sun Care is desirable but not essential
  
  

What You’ll Be Doing

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

• Design and carry out laboratory experiments, applying technical knowledge to evaluate and formulate new and existing products to meet market needs including solving complex and straightforward problems.
• Generate and review the results and seek answers to problems encountered through collection of data and investigation.
• Responsible for planning and running multiple projects and carrying out experiments. Typically, projects can range from a couple of days to several months.
• As part of the projects data generation, formulation development and testing will be expected.
• Provide a technical support service to sales and marketing as and when required, e.g. answering customer technical enquiries, recommending products and undertaking training sessions.
• Follow site safety requirements, ensure all laboratory activities are conducted in accordance with statutory, group and legislative requirements.
  
  

What We Offer

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Access to share plans
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car leasing scheme
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites
  
  

Additional Information

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email [e-mail].

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Biotechnology Research

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