Research Chemist I

ICL Group; Daventry; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AmegA Sciences plc, part of the global ICL Group, is seeking a Senior Research Chemist I to join our Research and Development team in Daventry. The role develops specialty products for fertiliser and surfactant industries and contributes to innovative solutions that improve nutrient and water use efficiency.

You will design experiments, develop formulations for agronomic applications, perform stability and analytical testing, and document results in technical reports while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Laboratory experience within R&D, formulation or product development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and record keeping.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to support new product development
• Develop and evaluate formulations for agricultural, horticultural and turf applications
• Carry out stability, analytical and compatibility testing
• Analyse and document results, producing technical reports and methodologies
• Support product scale-up and troubleshooting activities
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Sales and Marketing teams
• Conduct literature and IP reviews to support research projects
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety and COSHH requirements

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Record keeping

Microsoft Office

Driving licence

Education

BSc in Chemistry / Biochemistry or related

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

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Daventry, Northamptonshire
Full Time | Permanent

AmegA Sciences plc, part of the global ICL Group, is looking for a Senior Research Chemist I to join our Research & Development team.

For over 40 years, AmegA Sciences has developed specialty products for the fertiliser and surfactant industries, supporting the Agricultural, Horticultural and Amenity sectors. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative and sustainable solutions that improve nutrient and water use efficiency.

What you willdo:

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments to support new product development


• Develop and evaluate formulations for agricultural, horticultural and turf applications


• Carry out stability, analytical and compatibility testing


• Analyse and document results, producing technical reports and methodologies


• Support product scale-up and troubleshooting activities


• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Sales and Marketing teams


• Conduct literature and IP reviews to support research projects


• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety and COSHH requirements

What we're looking for:

• Degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline


• Laboratory experience within R&D, formulation or product development
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  
• Excellent attention to detail and record keeping
  
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  
• Full UK driving licence
  

Why join us?

• Be part of a global organisation with the backing of the ICL Group


• Work on innovative technologies with real-world impact


• Collaborate with experienced scientists and industry experts


• Develop your career in a supportive and growing R&D environment