Scientist

CooperVision; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Scientist in R&D Chemistry, focusing on innovative materials for contact lenses. Collaborate in a diverse team to enhance product development and contribute to a brighter future in vision care. Enjoy competitive compensation and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday

10% Bonus

Pension scheme

Healthcare cover

Life assurance

Access to Wellness Platform

Discounted contact lens scheme

Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in Chemistry or related field.
• Knowledge of materials, ideally polymeric materials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and development of novel materials for contact lenses.
• Design and complete experiments, analyze and report data.

Skills

Communication

Data Analysis

Technical Report Writing

Education

Bachelor/Masters of Science

Ph.D. in Chemistry

Job description

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Job Description

Job title: Scientist

Department: UK R&D Chemistry

Location: Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh

GLS: T02

Working hours: Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week – onsite role 5 days a week but there are flexible working opportunities depending on business need.

A brighter future awaits you

CooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures – for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.

At CooperVision, we’re big on belonging. Everyone’s contribution counts, and that’s why inclusion and diversity are so important. It isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups offer employees to grow within a safe and inclusive space. So be yourself, whoever you are, and let’s achieve amazing things together.

Job summary – What to expect:

As a Scientist within our R&D Chemistry team, you will

• carry out research, design, development, synthesis, fabrication, and testing of novel materials and/or processes for contact lens products, and generate and develop new innovations, including improvements to existing contact lens materials and processes.
• The role will involve taking responsibility for designing, planning and the completion of experiments to ensure that the data generated is appropriately analyzed and reported.
• You will also be expected to support the Chemistry team with activities such as equipment qualifications and dealing with hazardous waste (as per regulatory requirements and current policies and procedures) in their assigned work area.
• This position involves both hands-on work and participation in multiple projects activities liaising closely with other members of the wider R&D group.
• You will work in a cross-functional team environment involving functions within R&D, Manufacturing, Marketing, and when required interfaces effectively with outside organizations and individuals.
  
  
  

A Full Job Description Is Available Upon Request.

About you:

We are looking for someone who is highly organised, self directed with excellent communications skills who has the aptitude to proactively find solutions with the following experience:

• Bachelor/Masters of Science degree preferably with minimum 1-3 years’ experience in Chemistry/related field or if you have a Ph.D. in a Chemistry related field of study, preferably with some industry experience.
• Knowledge of materials, ideally polymeric materials preferred but not essential.
• Ability to read and understand highly technical material.
• Technical Report writing experience.
• Data analysis and presenting.
• Knowledge of basic statistical techniques.
  
  
  

What we offer:

You’ll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 25 days holiday, 10% Bonus, Pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!

We are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we’ll give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.

We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in you career and grow with CooperVision

What you can expect:

As a CooperVision employee, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride, African Descent, Woman’s Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups, we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.

If you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.

Please view our careers page at https://hcjy.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1 to view all other opportunities.

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About Us

CooperVision is a global leader in the contact lens industry, dedicated to helping improve the way people see every day. Achieving that goal takes the collaboration of team members with wide-ranging skills; from scientists and researchers, to manufacturing and operations experts, to sales and marketing professionals.

At CooperVision, our effort to improve lives begins with our employees. We are committed to developing people as a key global differentiator and our most important asset. We empower employees to succeed, rewarding great thinking and hard work with competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and with a special focus on wellness. Our commitment to our core values and an employee-centric culture fuel a deeply engaged, high performing organization.

CooperVision employees pride themselves on being proactive, innovative, flexible and friendly. That's a strong reflection of our corporate culture—and part of the reason CooperVision may be a great workplace for you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

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