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SalaryR&D MANAGER
Preston, LANCASHIRE
My client is a global leader in the manufacturing And Development of firefighting technology. They are looking for an R&D Manager to join their team during a period of expansion within the company!
This role is a fully on-site position. Salary range being offered is competitive and dependant on experience. This role will include regular travel to other sites within the North of England.
About the role:
- Maintain high safety standards
- Lead development projects around the improvement of foam formulations
- Develop scientific knowledge on fire fighting foam formulations
- Keep on top of scientific trends within the industry
- Identify novel and effective foam components
- Develop knowledge of standard fire test methods
- Provide all information required to take a product from initial formulation to market launch
- Contribute new ideas for consideration for future research projects
About you
- Must hold a degree level qualification or equivalent in chemistry or a related subject
- Must have an in-depth understanding of water-based products containing surfactants and polymers
- Must have team leader/ people management experience
- Must have experience in R&D project management
- Must have experience with filing patents
