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Chemist required, based in Telford area of Shropshire. No industrial experience necessary (but is advantageous!)
Graduate Formulation Chemist
Telford (commutable from Shrewsbury, Birmingham and surrounding areas)
Salary - £25,000-£28,000
Hours - Monday to Friday; 8am to 4:30pm. 45 minutes lunchbreak
Driver's licence and access to a car preferable as site is difficult to get to
Permanent
SRG is working with a leading manufacturer of pest control products. Recently, a vacancy has arisen on their laboratory team for a junior formulation chemist. This role would suit someone with a background in chemistry who is looking to develop skills in an industrial role. Applications are encouraged from graduates or early careers professionals with a background and interest in formulation/emulsion chemistry.
Benefits: 24 days annual leave + birthday off and bank holidays. Enhanced pension contributions and health cash plan on passing probation. Free parking onsite and regular company events
Role Description
- Working as part of the formulation team to develop pesticide products
- Researching and developing new products
- Tweaking product formulations and stability testing
- Occasional work on quality testing and manufacturing
- Complying with health and safety regulations and working safely in the laboratory
Requirements
- Degree in Chemistry or equivalent industrial experience
- Exceptional work ethic and willingness to learn new skills
- Knowledge of emulsion chemistry
- Hands on experience with HPLC
- Able to commute to the Telford area daily
- Full right to work in the UK
If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Will on If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.com to view our other vacancies.
SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.
Keywords: Graduate, formulation, agrochemical, HPLC, emulsion, early talent, chemicals, R&D
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