Senior Scientist- Plastics and Polymers

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Senior Scientist- Plastics and Polymers, Stockton-on-Tees

Client: Jackson Hogg

Location: Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 7

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

We are currently working with a global leader in Chemical Manufacturing looking for a Scientist to join their team specifically focused on their Paper and Plastics line.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and carrying out technical work programmes to support customer technical service, the development of new products & applications, and innovative technical platforms.

Responsibilities

• Plan, carry out, and report applications tests on existing and novel pigments for customer support and product development projects, including formulation troubleshooting and benchmarking.
• Synthesize and evaluate new pigments at the laboratory scale in support of product development, product improvement programmes, and the development of innovative technical platforms.
• Interpret and report the results of applications testing and pigment evaluations to meet the information needs of customers within mutually agreed timescales.
• Contribute information, know-how, and ideas to achieve the objectives of customer support and R&D projects.
• Improve and develop applications testing and synthesis methods to meet changing business needs.
• Ensure equipment and systems are maintained in a fit-for-purpose state to deliver high-quality results safely and efficiently.
• Enhance personal skills, capability, and knowledge to maximize contribution to business needs.
• Carry out all duties in compliance with all EHS, Product Stewardship, SOX, and Business Conduct policies and guidelines.

Qualifications

Minimum of a National Level 5 qualification, e.g., HND, or equivalent in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related science subject.

Required Skills

• Experience in technical service or R&D programmes.
• Experience working within a chemical industry environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with plastics technology & testing (e.g., extrusion, injection moulding).
• Knowledge of pigment science and technology.
• Experience in writing and developing EHS & technical documentation.