Full job descriptionDevelopment Chemist
Swindon | £35,000–£37,000 | On-site


Are you a Development Chemist or Formulation Chemist looking for a hands-on R&D role where you can be involved throughout the product development lifecycle?


Wilkins Talent Solutions is working with an established organisation in the Swindon area to recruit a Development Chemist to join its specialist technical team.


This is a varied, practical role combining formulation, product development, laboratory testing and technical support, with the opportunity to see products progress from initial development through to manufacture.


The role will include:


*Developing and improving formulated products
*Carrying out laboratory testing and performance evaluation
*Conducting stability and quality testing
*Supporting new product development and existing product improvement
*Planning and carrying out product trials
*Producing technical reports and documentation
*Working closely with production teams during scale-up and manufacture
*Providing technical support where required
*Ensuring development work meets relevant quality, safety and regulatory standards


What we’re looking for


You’ll have a degree or equivalent qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, together with experience or a good understanding of formulation and/or coatings technology.


Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment would be advantageous, although we’re happy to consider candidates from other relevant product-development backgrounds.


You’ll be someone who enjoys being hands-on in the laboratory, is naturally curious and enjoys solving technical problems.


Salary: £35,000–£37,000
Location: Swindon
Working pattern: On-site


This could suit someone currently working as a Development Chemist, Formulation Chemist, R&D Chemist, Applications Chemist or Product Development Chemist.


For more information, apply via or contact Anneka Wilkins for a confidential conversation.