Physical Scientist

The Lubrizol Corporation; Shottlegate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company in the UK is seeking a Physical Scientist to drive scientific innovation and support cutting-edge projects. You will leverage your expertise in applied chemistry to address real-world challenges and collaborate across various technical teams. Ideal candidates will have a degree in physical chemistry, strong analytical skills, and a passion for innovation. This role offers a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration and benefits package

Culture of accountability and empowerment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in applied chemistry within industrial or research environments.
• Interest in AI, automation, and digitalisation.
• Passion for innovation, mentoring, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Drive scientific innovation with high-level impact and visibility.
• Support cutting-edge projects by applying physical chemistry.
• Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Applied chemistry

Analytical skills

Strong problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in physical chemistry or a related field

Job description

Overview

As a Physical Scientist at Lubrizol, you\'ll join a dynamic R&D team where your expertise in applied chemistry will directly contribute to the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies and solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to apply physical and chemical principles to real-world challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and support business-critical projects. From advancing corrosion and e-mobility initiatives to generating intellectual property and partnering with internal teams, you\'ll play a vital role in shaping innovation and delivering impactful results across the organisation.

You bring a strong foundation in physical chemistry, a passion for applied science and a continuous improvement mindset based on Artificial Intelligence, potential for automation, and digitalisation. You\'re analytical, collaborative, and eager to contribute to cross-functional teams. Your ability to communicate complex concepts and generate meaningful insights sets you apart.

Responsibilities

• Drive scientific innovation with high-level impact and visibility.
• Support cutting-edge projects across different domains by applying physical chemistry to real-world challenges.
• Collaborate across technical teams and internal stakeholders to advance technology development and deployment.
• Contribute to intellectual property generation and cross-functional partnerships.

Qualifications

• A degree in physical chemistry or a related scientific field
• Experience in applied chemistry within industrial or research environments
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• An interest in AI, automation, and digitalisation
• Ability to collaborate effectively across technical teams
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A passion for innovation, mentoring, and continuous learning

Benefits and Why Lubrizol

• Develop your professional career with a highly respected, industry-leading, multinational company that is part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc.
• Become part of a culture that is based on accountability and empowerment and which values diversity and inclusivity.
• A competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Enjoy a cross-departmental role to be based at our Hazelwood, UK site.
• Join a global organization that\'s big enough to offer career progression, yet agile enough for your expertise to be recognized and felt.
• Advance Technology - Apply physical chemistry to support cutting-edge projects in different exciting domains.

Working at Lubrizol: For nearly 100 years, Lubrizol has been at the forefront of innovation, delivering breakthrough solutions that advance mobility, improve well-being, and enhance modern life. This progress is driven by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. At Lubrizol, we invest in our people and expect the same level of ownership and commitment in return. Our employees are empowered to shape their careers, contribute to strategic goals, and collaborate in an inclusive, high-performing culture. We win because we bring science-based solutions to industry-leading organizations across the globe. We win because we deeply understand our customers and deliver innovative chemistry with differentiated value. We win because of our inclusive culture and our incredible talent. We win because of you.