Senior Development Chemist

CK Group; 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 involves formulating epoxy systems primarily for adhesive applications in the marine and construction sectors. You will be responsible for analyzing experimental results, writing technical service reports, and evaluating raw materials. Ideal candidates will have a PhD in a Chemistry or Polymer-related field and practical experience with epoxy formulations. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a dynamic 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

PhD in Chemistry or Polymer related subject

Degree in Chemistry or Polymer related subject

Tools

ISO9001:2015 quality management system

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.