Development Chemist - Ipswich - Competitive Salary
Prime Appointments is working with a well-established and growing company on the outskirts of Ipswich, currently seeking a Development Chemist with at least 2-3 years' industry experience. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team where your ideas and innovation will directly contribute to both new product development and the enhancement of existing ranges.
You'll work within a collaborative and supportive environment, gaining access to excellent training and exposure to a broad range of formulation projects across multiple categories.
What you'll be doing:
Leading formulation development from concept through to commercial launch
Conducting lab-based testing, including stability trials, benchmarking, and performance evaluations
Ensuring safe lab practice through the application of SDS, COSHH, and relevant regulatory standards (REACH, CLP, BPR)
Researching and sourcing innovative raw materials and formulation trends via supplier engagement
Collaborating closely with production, quality, and scale-up teams, providing technical support and documentation
Analysing experimental data using Excel and writing detailed reports on findings and recommendationsWhat we're looking for:
A BSc in Chemistry or a related field (MSc advantageous)
Strong practical experience in formulation and lab testing
Familiarity with safety data sheets and risk assessments (SDS/COSHH)
Confident w...