Senior Development Chemist

ZipRecruiter; Romsey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Development Chemist to join their team in Romsey. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on innovative epoxy formulations for the marine and construction sectors. You'll be responsible for formulating systems, analyzing experimental results, and evaluating raw materials. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background in Chemistry or Polymer science, ideally with a PhD, and practical experience in epoxy formulation. Join a dynamic team and contribute to exciting projects in a rewarding environment!

Qualifications

• Practical experience in epoxy formulation is essential.
• Understanding of polyurethane chemistry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Formulate epoxy systems for adhesive and composite applications.
• Analyze results and write technical service reports.
• Evaluate alternative raw materials for formulations.

Skills

Epoxy formulation

Analytical skills

Technical report writing

Material evaluation

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Polymer related subject

PhD in Chemistry or Polymer related subject

Tools

ISO9001:2015 quality management system

Job description

Job Description

CK Group is recruiting for a Senior Development Chemist, to join a leading adhesives manufacturer, for the marine and construction industry.

The role is based at their site in Romsey, Hampshire.

Working Hours:
08:30 – 16:30, Monday - Friday. This is a permanent role with a salary of £40,000 - £55,000 per Annum.

Responsibilities:

• Formulation of epoxy systems, predominantly for adhesive and composite applications.
• Analysis of experimental results and writing technical service reports.
• Evaluating the suitability of alternative raw materials in existing formulations.
• Testing of mechanical properties.
• Writing technical service reports.

Background:

• A degree, ideally a PhD in a Chemistry or Polymer related subject, with practical experience of epoxy formulation.
• Experience of epoxy systems, polyurethane chemistry exposure or understanding.
• Awareness of ISO9001:2015 quality management system requirements.

Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 128 900 in all correspondence.