Development Chemist

WOODSTOCK RECRUITMENT LIMITED; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled formulation chemist to join their collaborative R&D team. In this exciting role, you will develop and optimise formulations for innovative homecare and personal care products. You will own formulation projects from concept to commercialisation, conduct lab testing, and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a chemistry degree and some experience in formulation, with strong teamwork and communication skills. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or closely related field required.
• Some formulation experience in relevant sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise formulations for new and existing products.
• Conduct lab-based formulation and performance testing.
• Liaise with suppliers for innovative raw materials.

Skills

Formulation Chemistry

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you a skilled formulation chemist with experience in the homecare, personal care, fragrance or industrial chemicals sector?

Do you like working in small, collaborative R&D teams?

Fancy yourself formulating new kitchen, bathroom and laundry care products?

Then step right up!

What you'll do

• Develop and optimise formulations for new and existing products across relevant categories (NPD & EPD).
• Own your own formulation projects from concept through to commercialisation.
• Conduct lab-based formulation, benchmarking, and performance testing.
• Perform stability testing and evaluate product integrity under various conditions.
• Interpret and apply SDS, COSHH, and risk assessments to ensure safe laboratory practice.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks (e.g., REACH, CLP, BPR).
• Liaise with suppliers to investigate and source innovative raw materials, technologies, and formulation trends.
• Collaborate effectively with production, quality, and other departments during scale-up and launch.
• Analyse data using advanced statistical tools, primarily in Excel, to inform formulation decisions.
• Attend industry seminars, webinars, and training to stay up to date with regulatory changes and emerging technologies.

What you'll need

• A chemistry degree or higher in a closely related subject area
• Some formulation experience through an internship or ideally post graduation within homecare, personalcare, industrial chemicals or fragrances
• Knowledge of SDS, COSHH, and risk assessments.
• Be organised and have good attention to detail
• Great teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills

Are you ready for a change? Hit the apply button!

On this occasion, applicants must have the full and permanent right to live and work in the UK to be considered, as future sponsorship cannot be offered.