Research and Development Chemist
Location: West Bromwich, West Midlands
Hours: 36.25-hour working week (Monday to Friday, 08:45-16:30)
A vacancy has arisen within the R&D department of a specialist chemical manufacturing company for a Research and Development Chemist. This is a hands-on role focused on organic synthesis at bench scale.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Perform hands-on organic synthesis at bench scale.
2. Evaluate customer enquiries and determine feasibility and cost.
3. Develop scalable and reliable synthetic processes.
4. Prepare small-scale samples for testing and customer evaluation.
Candidate Profile:
A PhD in Chemistry or a BSc degree (minimum 2:1) in Chemistry.
A strong passion for organic chemistry.
Ideal for a newly qualified graduate or PhD holder seeking their first role in industry.
Benefits:
1. Salary circa £25,000 per annum
2. 25 days holiday per year plus all UK bank holidays
3. Free life assurance (after qualifying period)
4. Generous paid sick scheme (after qualifying period)
5. Access to a stakeholder pension scheme
6. Voluntary employee medical cash benefit plan
Interviews will be held as suitable candidates are identified. #J-18808-Ljbffr