Ignite Graduate Chemist: 2-Year Global R&D Rotations

Synthomer plc; Harlow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Discretionary global bonus

Learning & development

Job summary

Synthomer plc invites graduates to join its Ignite Graduate Leadership Programme in the UK. This two-year development journey comprises four six-month rotations across Research & Development, offering hands-on research experience and leadership growth.

You’ll gain exposure to innovative projects, mentor collaborations, and opportunities to influence real business outcomes while building a broad professional network in a global materials company.

Qualifications

• Graduates with a scientific degree and a curious, analytical mindset.
• Interest in innovative research and developing leadership capabilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration across functions.

Responsibilities

• Participate in four rotational placements across key R&D functions.
• Contribute to innovative research projects and real business outcomes.
• Lead experiments, analyse results and present findings to teams.
• Build a global network through mentorship and cross‑functional exposure.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Communication

Adaptability

Problem solving

Education

Chemistry

Polymer Science

Materials Science

Job description

Synthomer plc invites graduates to join its Ignite Graduate Leadership Programme in the UK. This two-year development journey comprises four six-month rotations across Research & Development, offering hands-on research experience and leadership growth.

You’ll gain exposure to innovative projects, mentor collaborations, and opportunities to influence real business outcomes while building a broad professional network in a global materials company.