Senior Development Chemist
Bostik ·
p Are you an experienced chemist with a passion for innovation, formulation development, and solving complex technical challenges? /p p br /p p Were looking for a strong Senior Development Chemist /strong to join our EMEA R D team, playing a key role in developing and enhancing adhesive technologies for the strong Building Components and Durable Goods markets /strong . /p p br /p p This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative product development projects, collaborate with customers and suppliers, and help shape the future of our product portfolio within a global organisation. /p p br /p p strong What Youll Be Doing /strong /p ul li Lead development projects from concept through to commercialisation, ensuring delivery to agreed timescales. /li li Develop and test new adhesive formulations to support product line expansion. /li li Provide technical support for manufacturing process improvements and scale-up activities. /li li Partner with customers to understand current and future application requirements. /li li Support customers through product testing, technical presentations, and application advice. /li li Build relationships with technical stakeholders and raw material suppliers. /li li Research emerging technologies, industry trends, and regulatory developments. /li li Represent the business at relevant industry associations and technical forums. /li li Produce technical reports and maintain HSE and COSHH documentation. /li li Contribute to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. /li /ul p br /p p strong What Were Looking For /strong /p p strong Essential /strong /p ul li Degree (BSc or higher) in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline /li li Experience within a product development, formulation, or development chemist role /li li Strong project management and organisational skills /li li Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities /li li Self-motivated, proactive, and able to manage multiple projects /li li Strong IT skills /li /ul p br /p p strong Desirable /strong /p ul li Experience formulating and testing strong adhesives, sealants, or related chemical products /strong /li li Knowledge of strong reactive chemistries /strong , particularly: /li li Polyurethane (PU) /li li Polysulphide (PS) /li li Silicone (Si) /li li Experience supporting manufacturing scale-up and process optimisation /li /ul p br /p p strong Why Join Us? /strong /p p Youll have the opportunity to work on innovative technologies, collaborate with global R D teams, and make a real impact on product development within a market-leading business. /p p br /p p If youre looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise, innovation, and customer engagement, wed love to hear from you. /p p br /p p strong What We Offer /strong /p ul li 26.5 days annual leave, increasing to 30.5 days with length of service /li li Flexible working through our flexi-time scheme /li li Enhanced family leave policies /li li Health Cash Plan /li li Up to 11% employer pension contribution /li li Ongoing professional development and opportunities to collaborate across EMEA and Global teams /li /ul