R&D Chemist

Overview

Conduct experimental paint work and report on wall coating projects.

Key Responsibilities

• experimental planning
• work prioritisation
• project delivery
• paint testing
• standards improvement
• recommendations

Tasks

-Develop experimental plans according to a brief. -Prioritise multiple work streams. -Complete projects within agreed timelines. -Carry out, interpret & report experimental paint work projects. -Proactively improve standards. -Make recommendations on the next steps.

Requirements

• detail
• communication
• msoffice
• chemistry graduate
• lab skills

What You Bring

-Eye for detail. -Excellent communication & interpersonal skills. -Proficient in MSOffice. -Graduate in Chemistry -Good lab skills.

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Benefits

-Product discounts. -25 days holiday excluding bank holidays. -Competitive Salary (depending on experience). -Company pension. -Employee Assistance Programme. -Employee Life Assurance. -Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more! -Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores. -Income protection.

About Akzonobel

-From early paint makers to a global coatings powerhouse, the company has a rich history dating back to 1792. -Projects range from residential walls to yacht hulls, aerospace components, and industrial machinery. -Five core businesses—decorative, automotive & specialty, industrial, marine & yacht, and powder coatings—highlight its diverse reach. -An unusual fact: the company produces expandable microspheres used in adhesives and aerospace composites. -A legacy of bold deals includes the 2008 acquisition of ICI and the establishment of its specialty chemicals arm.

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