PhD Synthetic Polymer Chemist

SRG; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in the polymer industry is looking for a PhD Synthetic Polymer Chemist in South Yorkshire. This permanent role involves developing formulations and supporting the synthesis of polymer-based products. The ideal candidate has a PhD in Chemistry and experience in synthesising polymers, alongside strong communication and time management skills. This opportunity offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation.

Benefits

Fast-paced work environment

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in synthesising polymers through education or work history.
• Experience in formulation and development of polymer-based products.

Responsibilities

• Develop formulations of new and existing polymer/emulsion products.
• Support synthesis and development of polymer-based products.
• Support process improvement of formulations.
• Assist in the scale-up of new products.
• Convert formulations into manufacturing instructions.
• Advising production teams on product adjustments.
• Complete production Quality Control as required.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Well organized

Good time management skills

Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related subject

Job description

PhD Synthetic Polymer Chemist required on a permanent basis in South Yorkshire. Requiring a PhD in Chemistry or related subject and proven experience of synthesising polymers through education or work history.

Title: Synthetic Polymer Chemist

Location: South Yorkshire

Salary: Dependent on experience

Term: Permanent

SRG are currently working with a well-established company producing a wide variety of emulsions and adhesives for a wide range of applications. As their success continues and the company continues to grow, they are looking to hire a PhD Synthetic Polymer Chemist to join their small technical team based in South Yorkshire. This role would suit candidates who have recently completed a PhD in Chemistry, with proven experience of synthesising polymers either through education or work history.

Benefits: An excellent opportunity to join a well-established company with a fast-paced, people focused working environment. Working hours: 8:00am-4:00pm (with flexibility).

Role / Description

• Develop formulations of new and existing products polymer/emulsion products, working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Support in the synthesis and development of polymer-based products
• Support process improvement of formulations
• Support in various short-term applications and development projects
• Support in the scale-up of new products, providing support to production as and when needed
• Convert successful formulations into manufacturing instructions, supporting the scale-up from laboratory to production
• Advising production teams on appropriate adjustments to ensure product meets customer specification
• Complete production Quality Control (QC) as required

Requirements

• A PhD in Chemistry or similar (Polymer Science etc.)
• Proven formulation/development experience of synthesising polymers and polymer-based products (through education or work history)
• Excellent communication skills both written and spoken
• Well organised with good time management skills
• Enthusiastic, keen to learn and self-motivated

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