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Senior Research Chemist

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United Kingdom , Cheshire West

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Salary:

40000.00 - 45000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Senior Research Chemist required, based in Cheshire West. Potential candidates will hold significant and recent industrial experience in developing polymer-based products and/or application testing. Requiring a degree (or higher) in Chemistry (or similar). SRG are working with a well-respected, global company who develop a wide range of speciality chemicals and additives. With a genuine drive for innovation, they are now looking for a Senior Research Chemist to join their R&D hub, planning, developing and delivering project plans resulting in the development of new and existing products. This role will involve leading and executing research projects from concept to delivery, designing and synthesising new molecules and managing projects in line with milestones and deliverables. Ideal candidates will hold be qualified to degree level (or higher) in Chemistry (or similar) and hold significant research & development experience. Experience will ideally be with polymer-based products and will include testing the applications of products.

Job Responsibility:

  • Devising & managing projects to develop new functional chemical compounds and products
  • Designing & carrying out lab-based experiments, synthesis & characterisation of new products
  • Working closely with Applications Chemists to establish test methods, to evaluate viability & performance of compounds in market formulations
  • Interpreting analysis results & reporting on findings
  • Using literature, market trends & industry conferences to inform development of synthetic routes & reaction mechanisms
  • Maintaining an awareness of product development & trends in specific industry and project areas
  • Liaising with other internal R&D teams to share information, collaborate & contribute to parallel or long term R&D projects

Requirements:

  • Minimum BSc/MSc in Chemistry (or similar)
  • Proven industrial experience developing polymer-based products
  • Proven industrial experience of researching the application of polymers
  • Able to use creative synthetic techniques to produce new functional compounds
  • Inquisitive and lateral thinking
  • Good communication and problem-solving skills
What we offer:
  • Multinational chemicals business with a strong focus on innovation and a vibrant community of R&D scientists
  • 37.5 working hours, Monday to Friday with flexible start and finish times
  • 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
  • Excellent pension scheme, private healthcare and generous annual bonus scheme

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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