Research And Development Manager

SRG; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research and development company in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an R&D Manager / Head of R&D to lead their innovative team. The role involves managing research activities in inorganic chemistry and related fields. Ideal candidates will have strong technical and leadership skills. This permanent position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career growth within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career growth opportunities

High-performing team environment

Qualifications

• Strong background in inorganic chemistry, polymers, coatings, nanomaterials or similar fields.
• Experience managing or mentoring others in a laboratory or R&D environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing the R&D team, supporting and mentoring junior chemists.
• Driving innovation across inorganic chemistry, polymers, coatings, nanomaterials, and related areas.
• Overseeing projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Working closely with stakeholders to align research activities with business goals.
• Communicating technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Skills

Inorganic chemistry

Polymers

Coatings

Nanomaterials

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

R&D Manager / Head of R&D – Permanent

Stoke, Staffordshire

We are seeking an experienced R&D Manager / Head of R&D to lead our growing research and development function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a strong technical background and leadership skills to shape innovation and drive forward new product development.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading and managing the R&D team, supporting and mentoring junior chemists.
• Driving innovation across inorganic chemistry, polymers, coatings, nanomaterials, and related areas.
• Overseeing projects from concept through to delivery, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Working closely with stakeholders to align research activities with business goals.
• Communicating technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What we’re looking for:

• Strong background in inorganic chemistry, polymers, coatings, nanomaterials or similar fields.
• Experience managing or mentoring others in a laboratory or R&D environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Please note: this role is not suitable for candidates from pharma, organic chemistry, biological sciences or medical devices.

What’s on offer:

• Permanent position with competitive salary package.
• The opportunity to lead a high-performing team and make a real impact in innovation.
• Career growth and development within a forward-thinking company.

If you are passionate about innovation and leading technical teams, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or reach out directly for more details.