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SalarySenior Product Development Scientist
Permanent role
Salary: up to £60,000 + benefits
Locations: Grimsby
This role is perfect for an established and well-seasoned Product Development Scientist who will be able to hit the ground running. This will be an exciting and varied role where you can really get stuck in and make a difference.
You will be involved in all aspects of Product Development, including planning and undertaking lab & pilot plant work, producing prototypes, and solving technical problems relating to the coatings and plastics segment.
This is a site-based role with occasional travel in the UK & abroad depending on project requirements.
As the Senior Product Development Scientist, you will also be responsible for:
- Mentoring and supporting junior scientists.
- Demonstrate and adhering to a safe working environment.
- Maintain lab and pilot plant equipment in line with site safety rules.
- Researching IP space during concept development stage of projects.
- Liaise with the Manager for next steps for progressing projects, as well as plan/perform lab and pilot plant work independently.
- Perform in process testing on prototypes.
- Perform COSHH and risk assessments.
To be considered for the role of Senior Product Development Scientist you will have:
- Degree in Chemistry or related subject.
- 5 - 10 Years experience of Product Development in an industrial manufacturing environment involving inorganic chemistry, especially for silica or alumina.
- Preferred experience in the chemistry and physics of particles in the coatings industry.
- Commercial awareness of the chemical manufacturing industry.
- Good knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environment as well as Chemical Hygiene Plan protocol.
- Strong written and verbal communication.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday Plus Bank Holidays
- 18% Pension Contribution (12% Employer 6% Employee)
- Private Medical Insurance Plus option to add family
- Life Assurance (3x Annual Salary)
- Option to work 9 day fortnight
If you would like to find out more about this role, please click apply now!
