Senior Product Development Scientist

Senior Product Development Scientist
Permanent role
Salary: up to £60,000 + benefits
Location: Grimsby
This role is perfect for an established and well-seasoned Product Development Scientist who will be able to hit the ground running or they are open to a more junior option who has the right expereince mentioned below. 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.
To be considered for the role of Senior Product Development Scientist you will have:
* Degree in Chemistry.
* 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 or paint 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.
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