MATERIALS CHEMIST (Polymers / Emulsions)

ZipRecruiter; Daresbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading innovation company in Daresbury is seeking a Materials Chemist to drive further innovation. The ideal candidate should have a BSc/MSc in polymer chemistry, experience in research projects, and be comfortable with lab-based tasks. This role offers a salary between £25,400 to £30,000 and benefits including health insurance and a strong pension plan.

Benefits

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Market leading Pension

Health Insurance

Free on-site parking

Free fruit in the office

Qualifications

• Experience in running a research project is valuable.
• Experience in polymer processing including extrusion is advantageous.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 3 times a year.

Responsibilities

• Preparing novel emulsion-based formulations.
• Synthesis of functional polymers.
• Responsible for routine laboratory maintenance.

Skills

Polymer chemistry

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Education

BSc/MSc in polymer/materials chemistry or related fields

Job description

Overview

MATERIALS CHEMIST (Polymers / Emulsions)

Full time – Would consider part time

Salary £25,400 to £30,000 (depending on experience)

25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), excellent pension and other benefits

Chemical Intelligence, Runcorn, Cheshire

The Company

Chemical Intelligence is an innovation company founded in 2012 with core strengths in antimicrobial technologies. We have broadened to printing innovations, coatings and medical devices. Our commercial breakthrough included launching the world’s first non-leaching Anti-Microbial Glove (AMG) in 2018, in partnership with Hartalega (Malaysia).

Chemical Intelligence maintains an ongoing portfolio of products and technologies across healthcare, PPE and consumer products.

The Role

We are seeking a Chemist to expand our team to drive further innovation. The role would suit applicants with a background in polymer or colloid chemistry. It would suit a motivated, self-starting individual with experience in running a research project. Academic or industrial research experience would be valuable. The role holder will have the opportunity to be involved in multiple innovation projects across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing novel emulsion-based formulations
• Preparing test articles for internal and external testing
• Synthesis of functional polymers
• Responsible for routine laboratory maintenance and upkeep
• Perform polymer processing tasks, including operation of a lab-scale extruder
• Provide technical support to other team members as needed

The Person

The key skills and qualities of a Chemist are:

• BSc/MSc in polymer/materials chemistry or related fields
• Reliable, professional, self-motivated and tenacious - Passion for what you do
• Comfortable working as a team
• Comfortable with routinely fabricating polymeric test articles (Essential)
• Experience in polymer processing including extrusion is advantageous
• Willingness to occasionally travel internationally – expect 3 times annually
• Willingness to occasionally work outside your expertise to meet business need
• Hold a valid UK driving licence and be able to commute by car (Essential)

The Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) – Increases with service
• Market leading Pension
• Health Insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Free fruit in the office

Please apply in writing with a CV and short cover letter describing your suitability for the role.

Please also state your current salary and future expectations. Chemical Intelligence is a flexible employer who values employee satisfaction. Please note this role has a significant laboratory component so will require site attendance.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. We will unfortunately not be able to sponsor visas in connection with this position.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES, PLEASE