Polymer R&D Chemist – Innovate, Analyze & Collaborate

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions; Grove; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

Life assurance

Enhanced Company pension

Subsidised on-site canteen

Free on-site parking

Shopping discounts

Job summary

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions seeks an R&D Chemist to lead fundamental polymer and materials research, advancing products and raw materials. You will design experiments, refine testing methods, and analyze results to generate scientific insights and practical solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with R&D chemists and global teams, ensuring safety, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to laboratory best practices while contributing to the company’s innovation pipeline.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of polymer and materials science; problem-solving and continuous learning.
• Strong communication and teamwork; responsible and accountable in a lab setting.
• Familiarity with DOE and statistical analysis tools advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fundamental polymer and materials science research to support product development.
• Develop and refine test methods to understand polymer behaviour and material performance.
• Plan and execute Design of Experiments (DoE) studies with statistical analysis.
• Operate and manage analytical equipment to support research activities.

Skills

Polymer science

Materials science

DOE experience

Statistical analysis

Lab safety

Project management

MS Office

Education

Master's or PhD in Chemistry/Materials Science

Tools

Minitab

Job description

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions seeks an R&D Chemist to lead fundamental polymer and materials research, advancing products and raw materials. You will design experiments, refine testing methods, and analyze results to generate scientific insights and practical solutions.

The role emphasizes collaboration with R&D chemists and global teams, ensuring safety, accurate record-keeping, and adherence to laboratory best practices while contributing to the company’s innovation pipeline.