Senior Coating Chemist

JR United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering materials innovation firm in the UK is seeking a passionate coating scientist to enhance sustainable leather textiles. You will lead projects from R&D through production, collaborating with suppliers and universities. Ideal candidates will have a degree related to Chemistry or Materials Science and experience in coating processes. Competitive salary, bonus schemes, and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary + annual reviews + bonus schemes

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years coating or polymer industry experience (printing, packaging, paint, polymers).
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
• Passion for sustainable innovation and circular materials.

Responsibilities

• Drive advanced coating performance on sustainable leather textiles.
• Collaborate with suppliers and universities on cutting-edge coating solutions.
• Manage scale-up processes from ideation to full manufacturing.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Supplier management

Communication skills

Sustainable innovation

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science

Job description

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Drive cutting-edge sustainable materials innovation and make an environmental impact from day one!

Gen Phoenix is pioneering low-carbon, regenerative solutions for the future of textiles, transforming waste into premium materials trusted by brands such as Dr. Martens and Coach. We're diverting tons of waste from landfills yearly and need a passionate coating scientist to accelerate our mission.

What you'll innovate:

• Advanced coating performance on sustainable leather textiles from R&D to production
• Collaborate with suppliers and universities on cutting-edge coating solutions
• Optimise coating effectiveness and assess the impact on product performance
• Manage scale-up processes from ideation to full manufacturing
• Lead your own projects and test breakthrough coating technologies
• Provide technical recommendations for next-generation solutions

You bring:

• Degree in Chemistry, Physics, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science
• 4+ years coating or polymer industry experience (printing, packaging, paint, polymers)
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving capabilities
• Supplier management and excellent communication skills
• Passion for sustainable innovation and circular materials

We offer:

• Competitive salary + annual reviews + bonus schemes
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Career development and training opportunities

Location: Peterborough, PE7 3HH

Ready to build a more sustainable future through materials science innovation?

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