Research And Development Chemist

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for an R&D Chemist specializing in mortar, screed, and cement products in Newport. The successful candidate will support product development, conduct research, and assist in quality control, ideally possessing a degree in chemistry and relevant industry experience. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative product formulations and industry standards while working closely with suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry or related field preferred.
• Experience with formulations and R&D essential.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 & ISO 9001 standards required.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and existing mortar, plaster, and render products.
• Research and test new raw materials.
• Generate Safety Data Sheets and Environmental Product Declarations.

Skills

R&D experience

Formulations production

Familiarity with cement products

Quality Control testing

Relationship building

Education

Degree in chemistry or related field

Job description

Research And Development Chemist, Newport

Client:

Mitchell Maguire Recruitment Ltd

Location:

Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

Job reference Number: 854285-6910-25161

Location: Commutable to Telford

The role of the R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products will involve:

• R&D Chemist position, dealing with a high quality manufactured range of mortar, plaster and render
• Supporting in the development of both new and existing products and formulations
• Researching and testing new raw materials and building strong relationships with suppliers
• Generate Safety Data Sheets & Environmental Product Declarations using specialist software (training provided)
• Supporting in Quality Control (QC) testing when required
• Support in troubleshooting production issues

The ideal applicant will be R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products with:

• Must have R&D experience and be familiar with producing formulations
• Must have experience dealing with related products such as; cement, mortar, screed, precast concrete, ready mix concrete, concrete admixtures, cement admixtures, chemicals admixtures, grouts and resins
• Familiar with ISO 14001 & ISO 9001 standards
• Ideally will be degree level educated in chemistry or related field
• Positive, energetic and confident individual