Industrial Placement: 12 Months in Skin Care R&D

Croda; Goole; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Croda is offering an Industrial Placement Student to join the Skin Care Applications group at Cowick Hall, East Yorkshire for 12 months from August 2026, working on research and development projects in skin care. You will screen products, generate data, and incorporate results into formulations, with duties including experimental design, data review, and technical reporting.

Candidates should have good lab skills, be self-motivated, able to plan their workload, and work well in a team; an A

Qualifications

• Good laboratory skills and ability to communicate in reports.
• Self-motivated with workload planning.
• Teamwork, attention to detail, and problem analysis.
• A Level in Chemistry and pursuing a 2.1 in Chemistry/Cosmetic Science/Biochemistry or related degree.
• Previous work experience in the chemical industry is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments related to personal care formulations.
• Collect and review results independently and with a team.
• Write technical reports for internal use.
• Support new product launches and existing product ranges.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Self-motivation

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

A Level Chemistry

2.1 in Chemistry/Cosmetic Science/Biochemistry

Job description

Croda is offering an Industrial Placement Student to join the Skin Care Applications group at Cowick Hall, East Yorkshire for 12 months from August 2026, working on research and development projects in skin care. You will screen products, generate data, and incorporate results into formulations, with duties including experimental design, data review, and technical reporting.

Candidates should have good lab skills, be self-motivated, able to plan their workload, and work well in a team; an A