Graduate Chemist

SRG; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific company in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Graduate Chemist to support the Senior Chemist with various testing and formulation tasks. The ideal candidate will have a recent degree in Chemistry or a related field and some experience in the industry. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including flexible working hours and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Matched pension contributions up to 5%

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Pharmaceutical Science, or related Scientific discipline.
• Some experience in industry is preferred.
• Full right to work in the UK required; no sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Chemist with physiochemical tests.
• Perform wet chemistry techniques including titrations.
• Assist in development of chemical formulations.
• Ensure compliance with chemical regulations.

Skills

Physiochemical testing

Wet chemistry techniques

Quality Control

Education

Recent Degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Title: Graduate Chemist
Location: West Cheshire
Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 DOE
Type: Permanent

Benefits

• Flexible working hours
• Matched pension contributions up to 5%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Chemist with physiochemical tests such as pH, viscosity, density, color, and odor assessments.
• Perform wet chemistry techniques including titrations, extractions, and gravimetric analyses.
• Support with physical chemistry investigations, including stability studies and compatibility testing.
• Assist in the development and optimisation of chemical formulations under the guidance of senior chemists.
• Assist in the preparation and adjustment of formulations for new and existing products.
• Perform ad hoc QC testing to support production and resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with chemical regulations such as BPR, SDS, CLP, REACH.
• Support the team with regulatory documentation and product registrations across the UK, Ireland and Europe markets.

Requirements

• Recent Degree in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Pharmaceutical Science, chemistry, formulation chemistry or related Scientific discipline.
• Industrial placement or some experience in industry (preferred).
• Full right to work in the UK, there is no sponsorship available in this role.