Senior R&D Chemist

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Cranleigh STEM is seeking a motivated and ambitious Senior R&D Chemist to join our client's team. This role combines hands-on laboratory work with desk-based and field research, requiring both technical expertise and a proactive approach to product development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and development of new formulations to meet customer specifications.
• Improve and refine existing formulations, including alternative raw materials.
• Work both independently and under direction to develop innovative solutions.
• Maintain a strong understanding of raw materials, including functionality, health & safety, and legislative requirements.
• Utilise knowledge of PVC plastisols (foamed, solid, highly filled, and other functionalities).
• Apply experience with formulation and functional variations of:
• Liquid Polyurethane Rubber materials
• Acrylic Plastisols
• Perform QC and physical testing, ensuring product consistency and compliance.
• Provide QA/QC support during staff absences or holidays as needed.

Skills & Experience:

• Preferably educated to a degree level in polymer engineering, chemistry, materials science or a related field (not essential).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong background in polymer chemistry, particularly PVC plastisols.
• Hands-on experience with formulation development and testing methodologies.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative product development while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic environment.

• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function
  
  Research, Science, and Manufacturing
• Industries Plastics Manufacturing and Chemical Manufacturing

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