Graduate Chemist

Job Description

Entry Level Chemist - Inks - Laboratory Technician - Chemist - Junior Chemist Our client is the world's largest producer of printing inks and pigments and a leading provider of materials to packaging, publication, coatings, plastics, cosmetics, electronic materials, brand protection, specialty services and other industrial markets. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Entry Level Chemist to work within our clients Research & Development team, with the world leader in the development and production of inks, dyes and functional coatings. Purpose of the Job To develop new products for use in aqueous inkjet market that are aligned with the company strategy. This will involve developing and maintaining application testing protocols; maintenance and SOP development of equipment (e.g. printers). Working in a global company and market leader with a great resources and access to global team. Joining a dynamic team who regularly interacts with customers internally and externally as well as key suppliers and partners to advance the product development and field installation. Clear career progress pathway with various training and exposure opportunities to widen experience and accelerate personal development. Develop technical skills and ability to resolve problems across the specific product or application area, including e.g. an understanding of raw materials / ink chemistry / printing applications / technologies etc. Awareness of relevant techniques, formulating approaches and printing processes. Specific testing to defined standards or tolerances of samples, products, raw materials and the like. Proficient in the use of laboratory techniques and knowledge of SOP’s. Ensure appropriate data is recorded accurately and in a timely fashion, ensure the regular maintenance of all records. Entry Level Chemist Candidate Profile: Degree in Chemistry/Physics/Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Practical working knowledge in a relevant formulating laboratory environment is desirable. Ability to devise test methods, analyse results and disseminate them in a professional and effective way. Strong team player. Able to drive and take ownership and responsibility of their work and think for themselves while being receptive to feedback to continuously improve the quality of the development. Ambitious and willing to learn. Hold a strong can-do-attitude. Salary £25,000, pension, 26 days holiday and a flexible working scheme. Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemical, Polymer, Coatings and Life Science based Industries