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R&D Chemist

Service Care Solutions - Construction
Posted 9 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Location

Coventry, West Midlands CV6 3GN

Salary

£30,000 - £36,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance

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  • An established Manufacturing and Production company in Coventry is seeking a Research & Development Chemist to support formulation chemistry for the Fire Stopping market.
  • The role requires a minimum of five years of industrial experience in R&D formulations and offers a competitive salary along with an attractive bonus scheme.
  • Responsibilities include formulating passive fire protection products, designing new formulations, and conducting laboratory activities such as testing and quality control.
  • Candidates should possess a degree or professional qualification in a relevant science field and have knowledge of liquid coatings, sealants, and adhesives.
  • The position offers excellent benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to be part of a growing international group.

We have an excellent opportunity for a Research & Development Chemist to join an established Manufacturing and Production company based in Coventry. We are seeking an R&D Chemist to support with the formulation chemistry for the Fire Stopping European and Global Market.You will be responsible for:

  • Formulation of passive fire protection and adhesive portfolio
  • Design and develop new product formulations
  • Liaise with Process and QC at Wigan and other company centres
  • Products tested to UK and EU certification and standards
  • Design of Experiments
  • Laboratory activities including testing, application, QC
  • Production trials at manufacturing site
  • Potential to progress and manage R&D Chemist
  • Liaise and share know-how with other R&D colleagues

You will need:

  • Experience: A minimum of five years industrial experience in R&D formulations. The ability to interpret technical data and use test methods and analytical data to solve problems. Green six sigma is desirable.
  • Knowledge: liquid coatings, sealants, adhesives formulations
  • Education: Degree level or professional qualification relating to Science.
  • Personality: The ability to communicate effectively

You will receive:

  • Remuneration & Reward: A competitive salary and attractive bonus scheme.
  • Excellent Benefits: A range of attractive benefits (e.g. pension scheme, holidays, life assurance and private medical).
  • Opportunities to Grow: A variety of learning & development opportunities.
  • Internationality: Be a part of a growing international group.

Please contact Lewis for more information on or email your CV to

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