Development Chemist

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global industrial chemicals manufacturer in Leeds is seeking a Development Chemist to collaborate on both new and existing product formulation. Ideal candidates have a degree in Chemistry and experience in the industrial chemicals sector, particularly lubricants and oils. This role offers a permanent contract with competitive benefits including flexible hours, 25 days holiday, and potential bonuses.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Potential annual bonus

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Recent, proven industrial experience of formulating products is desired.
• Knowledge of GLP quality requirements.
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply with relevant knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support in the formulation and development of products.
• Testing new formulations and preparing technical reports.
• Assisting in scale-up activities of formulations.

Skills

Formulating new and existing products

Experience in lubricants

Analytical skills

Knowledge of GLP quality requirements

Education

Degree in Chemistry or similar

Job description

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Development Chemist, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

SRG

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

22.08.2025

Expiry Date:

06.10.2025

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Job Description:

Development Chemist require based in West Yorkshire on a permanent contract. Requiring a degree in Chemistry (or similar), with recent, proven industrial experience of formulating new and existing products is desired. A range of sectors can be considered, with experience of developing lubricants, oils & greases desirable.

Location: West Yorkshire

Term: Permanent

SRG are working with a global, market leading specialist developer and manufacturer of a range of industrial chemicals including fluids, lubricants, oils and other speciality products. They are now seeking a Development Chemist to join their multifunctional team in West Yorkshire to support in developing both new and existing products within the portfolio. The role will also involve testing products, supporting in analysis and scale-up activities and supporting in process improvements. This role will suit candidates who have experience in developing and formulating new and existing products with the industrial chemicals space, with recent lubricant, grease or oil development experience desirable. Recent Chemistry graduates who have knowledge or who have completed in research project in relevant fields are also encouraged to apply.

Benefits: You will join a highly successful company, with an opportunity to make a great impact. 35 hours – Monday to Friday, with flexibility on start and finish times. 25 days holiday and plus bank holidays. Potential for an annual bonus and company pension scheme.

Role/Description

• Support in the formulation and development of both new and existing products
• Testing new formulations
• Prepare technical reports, documentation and procurement records for new products
• Support with analysis and developing new analytical methods
• Assist in scale-up activities of new and existing formulations
• Support other departments as necessary

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry (or similar)
• Recent Chemistry graduates who have knowledge or who have completed in research project in relevant fields are encouraged to apply
• Recent, proven industrial experience of formulating new and existing products
• A range of sectors can be considered, with experience of developing lubricants, oils & greases desirable
• Awareness of GLP quality requirements

For more information please call Chris on 0161 667 1795.

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