Scientific Research and Development Manager

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a detail-oriented Scientific Research and Development Manager to lead R&D activities in a dynamic environment. This role involves managing projects, collaborating with external partners, and providing scientific contributions to enhance product development. The successful candidate will work closely with the CTO and research team, ensuring alignment with company goals. With a focus on sustainability and natural products, this position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the cosmetic industry. If you are passionate about science and innovation, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Company shares scheme

Modern work environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects in small and large teams.
• Strong background in R&D and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Manage R&D activities and collaborate with the research team.
• Lead client projects and report KPIs to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Technical support

Scientific contribution

Client-facing activities

KPI reporting

Tools

Analytical chemistry techniques (HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, UV-Vis, FT-IR, MS)

Job description

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Scientific Research and Development Manager, Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Client:

Keracol Limited

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Keracol is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, detail-oriented scientist to join us as a Scientific Research and Development Manager. The successful candidate will manage R&D activities, work with the CTO and research team, prioritize work streams, develop project scopes and costings, collaborate with external partners, lead client projects, and report KPIs to the Board and CEO. They will also provide technical support and contribute scientifically to all R&D projects. This is a permanent position with a 3-month probation.

About Keracol: Keracol is a spin-out from The University of Leeds, focusing on sustainable, natural cosmetic products. We combine physical science with innovative extraction and formulation technologies, using renewable and waste materials to meet consumer demand for natural ingredients. We collaborate with multinational partners on research and product development.

Benefits: Competitive salary (£45,000-£50,000+), company shares scheme, and a modern work environment in Nexus, Leeds.

Application deadline: 31/05/2025, early applications encouraged. Submit CV and cover letter via LinkedIn application process.

Visa requirements: Only open to UK citizens, Irish citizens, or those with settled/pre-settled status or right to work in the UK. No sponsorship available.

Key Requirements:

• Project management experience in small and large teams
• Experience developing work scopes, project costings, KPIs, and reporting
• Technical support and scientific contribution to commercial R&D
• Experience working with external partners and client-facing activities
• Experience reporting KPIs to senior management
• Building networks with suppliers and technical resources
• Leading certifications and grant applications

Desirable Experience:

• Filing safety assessments
• Plant extraction process development and scale-up
• Formulation development for cosmetics
• Sustainability and green chemistry metrics
• Analytical chemistry techniques (HPLC, LC-MS, NMR, UV-Vis, FT-IR, MS)
• Natural product extraction and purification
• Experience in industrial environment and business acumen