Graduate Chemist - R&D Leadership Programme (Rotations)

Synthomer; Harlow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discretionary bonus

LTIP

Company car or car allowance

Healthcare

Parental leave and family support

Flexible working

Synthomer University with L&D

Wellbeing resources

Pension contributions

Culture of Inclusion

Global reward & recognition

Job summary

Synthomer in the UK invites graduates to join the Ignite Graduate Leadership Programme, a two-year development journey with four six‑month rotations across key R&D functions. You’ll gain broad technical exposure, build a global network, and discover where your strengths can take you.

During the rotations you’ll lead experiments, analyse data, present results, and receive mentorship from experienced technical and business leaders.

Qualifications

• Graduates who have completed, or are on track to complete, a relevant science degree.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete four six‑month rotations across key R&D functions.
• Lead experiments and contribute to research projects.
• Develop commercial awareness and an international network.
• Receive mentorship from technical and business leaders.
• Demonstrate leadership potential and adaptability.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related scientific discipline

Job description

Synthomer in the UK invites graduates to join the Ignite Graduate Leadership Programme, a two-year development journey with four six‑month rotations across key R&D functions. You’ll gain broad technical exposure, build a global network, and discover where your strengths can take you.

During the rotations you’ll lead experiments, analyse data, present results, and receive mentorship from experienced technical and business leaders.