Applications & Development Chemist

TieTalent; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company is seeking an Applications & Development Chemist to join their technical team in Cheshire. This role involves developing surfactant-based products across various sectors, managing projects, and collaborating with teams. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Chemistry and relevant industrial experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working hours and private healthcare.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Pension

Bonus potential

Private healthcare

Holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Recent industrial experience in developing and testing surfactant-based products.
• Backgrounds in personal care, homecare, coatings, pigments, adhesives, or construction.

Responsibilities

• Support in the development and formulation of surfactant-based products.
• Manage projects from inception to commercialization.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal use.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Chemistry

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

About

Applications & Development Chemist required on a permanent basis, based in Cheshire. Requiring a degree in Chemistry, with recent industrial experience in formulating & testing the applications of surfactant-based products. Recent experience may include coatings, pigments, adhesives, construction (highly desirable), personal care, and home care products.

Title

Applications & Development Chemist

Location

Cheshire

Salary

£30,000 - £40,000 (dependent on experience)

Employment Term

Permanent

Company Overview

SRG are working with a multinational company specializing in the creation of speciality chemicals for various markets. They are looking to add an Applications & Development Chemist to their industrial technical team at their Cheshire site.

Role & Responsibilities

1. Support in the development and formulation of surfactant-based products for various sectors.
2. Manage projects from inception to commercialization.
3. Assist in testing new products using standard lab equipment, including performance and stability assessments.
4. Communicate testing results with technical and commercial teams.
5. Collaborate with internal teams and external testing facilities.
6. Manage internal and customer projects within specified timelines.
7. Produce laboratory-scale samples and maintain accurate records.
8. Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal use.
9. Review patent literature to ensure market readiness without legal issues.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry.
• Recent industrial experience in developing and testing surfactant-based products.
• Backgrounds in personal care, homecare, coatings, pigments, adhesives, or construction (gypsum and mortar additives) are considered.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with basic analytical chemistry techniques.

Benefits

Join a respected multinational company with opportunities for intellectual property development and commercial impact. Benefits include flexible working hours, pension, bonus potential, private healthcare, and holiday entitlement.

Additional Information

Applicants with a scientific background interested in this role or other vacancies are encouraged to contact us. Keywords include chemistry, surfactant, construction, personal care, and application testing.