Junior Development Chemist
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionAn opportunity has arisen for junior development chemists to join a well-established organisation base in the southeast of London. Reporting directly to the Technical Support Manager/R&D Manager.
Qualifications & Experience
*Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline
*Minimum two years’ laboratory experience.
*Experience with use of lab equipment such as: FTIR, rheometer, tensometer, impactor and cathodic disbondment testers.
*Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, Teams, and similar software).
*Experience managing projects and meeting deadlines.
*Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
*Ability to interpret data and prepare clear technical reports.
*Able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
*Flexible, proactive, and willing to undertake further training.
Key Responsibilities:
*Work safely at all times, following Health & Safety procedures and maintaining good laboratory housekeeping.
*Comply with company management systems, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and support the Environmental Management System.
*Plan and deliver laboratory projects, including designing experiments, analysing data, preparing reports, and presenting findings.
*Develop and improve products, formulations, specifications, and test methods.
*Investigate competitor products, customer feedback, and support factory optimisation trials.
*Provide technical support for raw materials, production, quality control, sales, and customer enquiries.
*Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analytical testing methods.
*Identify risks, opportunities, and non-conformities, supporting continuous improvement.
*Assist with internal audits and the preparation of H&S documentation, including Safety Data Sheets, COSHH, and Risk Assessments (training provided).
*Represent the company on relevant industry committees and undertake other duties as required.
Desirable
*Knowledge of anti-corrosion coatings and sealants.
*Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
*Knowledge of ASTM, ISO, NACE, or related industry standards.
*Experience preparing or reviewing Safety Data Sheets, COSHH assessments, and Risk Assessments.
To apply for this position, candidates must be living in the UK and eligible to work
Qualifications & Experience
*Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline
*Minimum two years’ laboratory experience.
*Experience with use of lab equipment such as: FTIR, rheometer, tensometer, impactor and cathodic disbondment testers.
*Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, Teams, and similar software).
*Experience managing projects and meeting deadlines.
*Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
*Ability to interpret data and prepare clear technical reports.
*Able to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
*Flexible, proactive, and willing to undertake further training.
Key Responsibilities:
*Work safely at all times, following Health & Safety procedures and maintaining good laboratory housekeeping.
*Comply with company management systems, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and support the Environmental Management System.
*Plan and deliver laboratory projects, including designing experiments, analysing data, preparing reports, and presenting findings.
*Develop and improve products, formulations, specifications, and test methods.
*Investigate competitor products, customer feedback, and support factory optimisation trials.
*Provide technical support for raw materials, production, quality control, sales, and customer enquiries.
*Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and analytical testing methods.
*Identify risks, opportunities, and non-conformities, supporting continuous improvement.
*Assist with internal audits and the preparation of H&S documentation, including Safety Data Sheets, COSHH, and Risk Assessments (training provided).
*Represent the company on relevant industry committees and undertake other duties as required.
Desirable
*Knowledge of anti-corrosion coatings and sealants.
*Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
*Knowledge of ASTM, ISO, NACE, or related industry standards.
*Experience preparing or reviewing Safety Data Sheets, COSHH assessments, and Risk Assessments.
To apply for this position, candidates must be living in the UK and eligible to work
Job number 3989342
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