Development Chemist

JR United Kingdom; Irvine; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in Scotland is seeking a Development Chemist to join their NPD team. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for formulating and developing personal care and home care products, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the process. You will work collaboratively with various teams, managing projects from the lab to production. This position is perfect for someone with a strong background in chemistry and a passion for creating new products. Join a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and scientific expertise in a vibrant work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in personal care and home care product development.
• Knowledge of detergents and cosmetic regulations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and formulate new products from concept to production.
• Manage the development process and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Formulation Development

Wet Chemistry Testing

Regulatory Compliance

Project Management

Client Communication

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Cosmetic Science

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

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SRG is working with Industry leading manufacturer and marketer of personal & home care aerosols based in Scotland. They are now looking for a Development Chemist to join the NPD team. This is a varied role meaning no 2 days will look the same, you would be developing and formulating new products from concept to production, line extensions, manufacturing and scaling up samples, preparation and analysis of samples using wet chemistry testing while ensuring regulatory compliance on all projects. This role would suit candidates with 3+ years industrial experience personal care and home care sector.

Working hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am-5pm, 45hour week

Role / Description

• Formulation and development of new and existing product lines
• Manage the development process from the lab through to scale up and delivery
• Work with the team to sign off artwork, specifications and performance/stability testing on products
• Review of raw materials to ensure products retain a competitive edge in the market
• Be involved with client calls, client briefs, client meetings and site visits from potential clients
• Work as a cross functional member of the team while communicating with different teams within the company
• Complete a range of testing on products using wet chemistry, stability and performance testing

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry or Cosmetic Science
• 3+ years’ experience formulating and developing personal care and home care products
• Knowledge and understanding of detergents/cosmetic regulations
• Recent experience working in a busy lab environment
• Full right to work in the UK – There is no sponsorship available for this role

SRG is the UK’s number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to [emailprotected] . For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0116 350 2949.

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.

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