Graduate Chemist

Graduate Chemist required, based in Shropshire. Requiring a degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science or similar and an enthusiastic and proactive mind set. Any industrial laboratory experience in the chemical industry would be advantageous.

Title: Graduate Chemist

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

SRG is working with a company specialising in the development and manufacture of speciality fluids. As a result of growing demand for their products, they are now looking to hire a Graduate Laboratory Chemist to join the team at their site in Shropshire. The role will involve formulating new products, testing products for chemical and physical properties and supporting the team with wider development projects. The position would be well suited to a recent Chemistry graduate, with or without industrial experience, who is interested in developing a career in product development.

Benefits: Graduate opportunity with full training provided and lots of potential to develop skills in R&D. A supportive and inclusive environment. Private medical insurance, matched contribution pension scheme up to 5%, 37.5 working hours per week (9am - 5pm), with some flexibility on start and finish times.

Role / Description

Performing laboratory testing on products, adhering to relevant standards and procedures
Conducting analysis using specialised techniques including rheology, permeability and lubricity, amongst others
Formulating and evaluating fluids with specific physical and chemical characteristics to project requirements
Reporting of laboratory findings to management
Contributing to laboratory upkeep - preparing solutions, ordering supplies, ensuring material stocks are up to date
Providing comprehensive written reports and making recommendations to the Lab Manager and wider team
Maintain up-to-date technical information on database and work safely in accordance with company safety procedure, COSHH and quality standards

Requirements

Degree in Chemistry or similar
Experience or interest in Polymer Science is beneficial but not essential
Self-motivated and pro-active, with a willingness to learn
Organised, with good communication skills and high attention to detail
Able to multi-task and change priorities according to workload

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Keywords: chemistry, polymer science, graduate, technical, laboratory, fluid, testing, formulation, rheology, viscosity, chemical, wet chemistry, QC, quality control, laboratory chemist.

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