Principal Chemist

Ecolab Life Sciences; Llantrisant; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global life sciences company in Llantrisant is seeking a Principal Chemist to advance technical platforms and lead research projects. This role focuses on developing formulation concepts and interpreting experimental data while collaborating with various research teams. Ideal candidates will possess R&D experience and strong problem-solving abilities. Join a passionate organization dedicated to innovation and sustainability in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Impactful work on sustainability

Opportunities for career growth

Diverse and inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years of R&D experience with a Bachelor's degree; 3 years with a Master's; or 1 year with a Ph.D.
• 1 year of formulation chemistry experience.
• Experience in experimental design and data interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Develop phase 0-1 chemistry and formulation concepts.
• Collaborate on new development projects.
• Engage in developing new platforms meeting business needs.
• Interpret and communicate experimental data clearly.
• Mentor and provide direction for junior lab scientists.
• Maintain lab safety standards.

Skills

Collaboration and teamwork skills

Problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Creativity

Observation and perception skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s Degree

Ph.D.

Tools

EPIC/CAS

Job description

Ecolab is seeking a Principal Chemist to develop and advance technical platforms satisfying both business and customer needs. In this role you will be responsible for performing and leading research, development and problem solving projects to enable new product and platform development. You will work closely with anchor and divisional RDE teams to design execute and communicate results. We are seeking candidates who have strong collaboration and teamwork skills, are self-motivated, have good communication skills, are creative problem solvers, and possess strong observation and perception skills.

What’s In It For You

• The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, abundant energy and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

What You Will Do

• Develop and transfer phase 0-1 chemistry and formulation concepts
• Collaborate with anchor and divisional research scientists/RDE leaders on new development projects and platforms
• Actively engage in development of new platforms that meet strategic business needs
• Interpret experimental data and communicate results clearly to peers and project teams in written reports and oral presentations
• Provide consulting on experimental design, mentoring, and work direction for junior lab scientists
• Maintain employee safety standards, including 6S lab standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of R&D experience; Master’s Degree and 3 years of R&D experience; or Ph.D. and 1 year of R&D experience
• 1 year of formulation chemistry experience
• Experience working with EPIC/CAS

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong problem solving skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Understanding of fundamental physical/chemical properties and structural activity relationships
• Working knowledge of statistics

About Ecolab

At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use, and improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets in more than 170 countries around the world. Our solutions not only enhance operational efficiency but also contribute to sustainability and public health, making a positive impact on the world. We are committed to eliminating unnecessary complexities and embracing a beginner's mindset, continuously seeking new perspectives and innovative solutions to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.

Apply today and join one of the most ethical companies with over a hundred years of history.

Join Ecolab And Help Us Protect What’s Vital.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

Ecolab is committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and furthering the principles of Equal Opportunity to Employment. We will recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance in all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement. Ecolab will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin,citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, or disability.

Ecolab’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) reflects our longstanding value of working together to integrate diverse perspectives to challenge ourselves, reach our goals and do what’s right.