Development Chemist (Formulation & Test Methods)

Development Chemist require based in West Yorkshire on a permanent basis. Requiring a degree in Chemistry (or similar), with recent and extensive experience in formulating products such as lubricants, oils, greases, coatings (other aligned industries considered), as well as proven industrial experience in developing, validating and applying analytical or performance test methods.

Title: Development Chemist

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are working with a global, market leading specialist developer and manufacturer of a range of industrial chemicals including fluids, lubricants, oils and other speciality products. They are now seeking a Development Chemist to join their R&D team in West Yorkshire to support in developing both new and existing products within the portfolio. This is a hands-on development position within an established R&D team, combining laboratory formulation work with a strong focus test method development. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development, optimisation and validation of new and existing products, while acting as a technical authority for test methods across the wider team.

Benefits: You will join a highly successful company, with an opportunity to make a great impact. 35 hours - Monday to Friday, with flexibility on start and finish times. 25 days holiday and plus bank holidays. Potential for an annual bonus and company pension scheme.

Role/Description

Lead laboratory-based formulation and development activities from concept through to scale-up readiness

Plan and execute laboratory testing using recognised industry-standard and internal test methods

Interpret and analyse experimental data to assess performance, guide formulation decisions and support robust technical conclusions

Develop, improve and validate analytical and performance test methods to support product development and regulatory requirements

Act as a subject matter expert for analytical techniques, advising colleagues on method selection and troubleshooting

Support validation, calibration and ongoing suitability of laboratory equipment

Provide technical support on in-market products, including root cause analysis and corrective action planning

Manage technical aspects of development projects, reporting progress clearly and proactively

Prepare high-quality technical reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

Ensure full compliance with health, safety and regulatory requirements, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements

Degree-level qualification (BSc or higher) in Chemistry or a closely related discipline

Extensive practical laboratory experience in formulation or development chemistry within a materials, chemicals or speciality products environment (lubricants, oils, greases, coatings etc.)

Proven experience developing, validating and applying analytical or performance test methods

Strong ability to design experiments, critically evaluate data and translate results into actionable recommendations

Sound understanding of laboratory HSE, COSHH and risk assessment principles

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