Senior Product Development Scientist
Adepto Technical Recruitment
- Grimsby, Lincolnshire
- £60,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Permanent role
Salary: up to £60,000 + benefits
Locations: GrimsbyThis role is perfect for an established and well-seasoned Product Development Scientist who will be able to hit the ground running. This will be an exciting and varied role where you can really get stuck in and make a difference.You will be involved in all aspects of product development, including planning and undertaking lab & pilot plant work, producing prototypes, and solving technical problems relating to the coatings and plastics segment.This is a site-based role with occasional travel in the UK & abroad depending on project requirements.As the Senior Product Development Scientist, you will also be responsible for:
- Mentoring and supporting junior scientists.
- Demonstrate and adhering to a safe working environment.
- Maintain lab and pilot plant equipment in line with site safety rules.
- Researching IP space during concept development stage of projects.
- Liaise with the Manager for next steps for progressing projects, as well as plan/perform lab and pilot plant work independently.
- Perform in process testing on prototypes.
- Perform COSHH and risk assessments.
- Degree in Chemistry or related subject.
- Experience of Product Development in an industrial manufacturing environment involving inorganic chemistry, especially for silica or alumina.
- Preferred experience in the chemistry and physics of particles in the coatings industry.
- Commercial awareness of the chemical manufacturing industry.
- Good knowledge of Safety, Health, and Environment as well as Chemical Hygiene Plan protocol.
- Strong written and verbal communication.