Expert R&D Scientist - Chromatography Materials

Agilent; Church Stretton; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Senior technical role

Innovative culture

Career development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Agilent Technologies in Church Stretton, England, seeks an expert-level R&D Scientist to drive innovations in polymeric and silica particle technologies for chromatography, diagnostics, and biopharma applications. Based in England, you will lead high-impact projects and influence long-term technology strategy.

You should hold a PhD or MS with 8+ years of experience in polymer chemistry, particle manufacturing and surface functionalization, plus strong communication skills for senior leadership

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Typically 8+ years of relevant experience with breadth across polymer/organic synthesis, polymeric particle manufacturing, surface functionalization, and materials characterization.
• Working knowledge of the chromatography and biopharma applications
• Proven track record of solving complex, high-impact technical problems and delivering innovative solutions
• Extensive experience leading multidisciplinary technical efforts and developing new product or technology strategies.
• Strong communication skills, capable of influencing and translating complex technical concepts into clear, business-relevant insights.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead to drive innovations across chromatography, diagnostics, and biopharma consumables.
• Independently initiate, design, and execute complex polymer synthesis, particle manufacture and surface functionalization, applying advanced analytical techniques.
• Lead or contribute to major, high-visibility R&D projects and provide expert guidance to R&D, manufacturing, and cross-functional partners.
• Lead technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing, ensuring robustness, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and reproducibility of polymer particle processes.
• Act as an internal consultant and escalation point for solving critical, high-impact product, process, or materials issues.
• Help define and influence long-term technology strategies and roadmaps for polymeric or silica particle technologies." ,
• Prepare and deliver high-impact technical presentations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions.
• Lead and contribute to intellectual property generation, including invention disclosures and patent applications.
• Function as a technical mentor, trainer, and functional lead, strengthening scientific capability across the organization.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Polymer particle manufacturing

Surface functionalization

Materials characterization

Technical leadership

Technology strategy

Effective communication

Education

PhD in Polymer Chemistry

MS in Polymer Chemistry

Job description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek -- so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us.

Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com

The Role

Based in Church Stretton, England, this R&D team is part of the Chemistries and Supplies Division (CSD), focusing on developing advanced polymeric and silica particle technologies for chromatography, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical and biopharma applications.

We're seeking an Expert-level R&D Scientist with deep technical expertise in this field to drive innovation, solve complex, high-impact technical challenges, and influence long-term technology strategy across the division.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead to drive innovations across chromatography, diagnostics, and biopharma consumables.
• Independently initiate, design, and execute complex polymer synthesis, particle manufacture and surface functionalization, applying advanced analytical, materials characterization techniques.
• Lead or make significant contributions to major, high-visibility R&D projects. Provide expert guidance to R&D, manufacturing, and cross-functional partners.
• Provide leadership in technology transfer from R&D to manufacturing, ensuring robustness, scalability, cost-effectiveness, and reproducibility of polymer particle processes from lab-scale prototypes to full production.
• Act as an internal consultant and escalation point for solving critical, high-impact product, process, or materials issues that exceed standard R&D or manufacturing capabilities.
• Help define and influence long-term technology strategies and roadmaps for polymeric or silica particle technologies aligned with CSD and Agilent business objectives.
• Prepare and deliver high-impact technical presentations to senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions.
• Lead and contribute to intellectual property generation, including invention disclosures and patent applications
• Function as a technical mentor, trainer, and functional lead, strengthening scientific capability and technical excellence across the organization.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. degree in Polymer Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Typically 8+ years of relevant experience with demonstrated depth and breadth of expertise across polymer/organic synthesis, polymeric particle manufacturing, surface functionalization, and materials characterization techniques.
• Working knowledge of the chromatography and biopharma applications
• Proven track record of solving complex, high-impact technical problems and delivering innovative solutions that advance product performance and business outcomes.
• Extensive experience leading multidisciplinary technical efforts and developing new product or technology strategies.
• Strong communication skills, capable of influencing and translating complex technical concepts into clear, business-relevant insights.

What We Offer

• A senior technical role with significant influence on Agilent's technology direction and product portfolio
• Outstanding company culture with strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and respect
• Career development opportunities at the highest technical levels
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package

Application

We review applications and conduct interviews on a rolling basis.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.

Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required: Occasional

Shift: Day

Duration: No End Date

Job Function: R&D