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Development Chemist require based in West Yorkshire on a permanent contract. Requiring a degree in Chemistry (or similar), with recent and proven industrial experience of formulating new and existing lubricant, oil or grease products.

Title: Development Chemist

Location: West Yorkshire

Salary: Competitive, 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 multifunctional team in West Yorkshire to support in developing both new and existing products within the portfolio. The role will also involve testing products, supporting in analysis and scale-up activities and supporting in process improvements. This role will suit candidates who have experience in developing and formulating new and existing products within lubricants, greases or oils.

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

Support in the formulation and development of both new and existing products
Testing new formulations
Prepare technical reports, documentation and procurement records for new products
Support with analysis and developing new analytical methods
Assist in scale-up activities of new and existing formulations
Support other departments as necessaryRequirements

Degree in Chemistry (or similar)
Recent, proven industrial experience of formulating new and existing products within lubricants, oils & greasesSRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

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Keywords: development, chemist, chemistry, formulation, formulating, NPD, new product development, lubricant, lubrication, metalworking, fluids, oils, R&D, research and development, grease.

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