544 Senior Chemist jobs in the United Kingdom

As our new Chemist, you’ll be an integral member of the 3D Printing team driving the development of 3D printing technology within the company.

You’ll be our go to expert for all things 3D printing, providing support for new business development on short-, medium- and long-term projects.

We aren’t just looking for a senior chemist/engineer, we are after a real role model. An individual that can develop our team members, pushing them to new heights.

Some of your key responsibilities:

• You’ll drive the development of new products, from early-stage formulation and process design, through scale-up and technology transfer to the pilot plant, and ultimately to full-scale commercial manufacture.
• You’ll work with the business development team to discover and define opportunities for 3D printing.
• You will follow all safety procedures and regulatory requirements, maintaining high standards of Responsible Care and housekeeping across the site.
• You’ll collaborate with product stewardship and supply chain functions to ensure that all raw materials and final formulations are available and compliant in the regions we intend to manufacture, transport and sell.
• You will attend appropriate scientific conferences, tradeshows and other external events, and to represent the company technically via posters and oral presentations as and when required.
• You’ll provide technical support services to our customers.

What do I need to be successful in this role?

• Degree in Chemistry or Materials Science or Significant demonstrable experience in the additive manufacturing printing processes, synthesis, formulation, characterisation and scale up of organic polymers or products.
• You hold at least 3 years’ experience in an R&D or technical role in polymer chemistry.
• You’ve got strong awareness and understanding of Industrial Regulatory Obligations.
• Experience in 3D Printing (SLA, DLP, LCD): designing, setting, printing, troubleshooting.
• We’d love you to hold effective team-working and interpersonal skills, with evidence of some involvement in cross-functional teams.

What’s in it for me?

• A competitive salary alongside inclusion into our company bonus scheme. Our Group Staff Bonus & Profit Performance Pay bonus scheme reinforces the Scott Bader principle of working together for a common goal and sharing in our successes.
• Enhanced employer pension contribution whereby Scott Bader will contribute a maximum of 2x your contribution, up to a maximum of 10%.
• Private medical insurance alongside a host of further discounts and employee benefit schemes
• 25 days annual leave entitlement plus Bank Holidays – We also offer the opportunity to purchase an additional 5 day’s annual leave in case you need a couple of extra days.
• We offer all our employees one full day per year to complete volunteering work of your choice which is fully paid. Alongside this, if you are thinking about fundraising for your favourite charity or local community event, we will happily match the funds that you have raised up to a maximum of £1000 in any one year.
• Our Head Office sits within 44 acres of Northamptonshire countryside, nestled within the village of Wollaston. Access to free onsite car parking, electric car charging points, discounted cafeteria and even an onsite swimming pool.

Who are Scott Bader?

Scott Bader is an employee-owned global manufacturer of advanced composites, structural adhesives and functional polymers. Established in 1921, we have a century of expertise in manufacturing high-quality, innovative products for a variety of markets around the world. Scott Bader now employs 800 people across 7 manufacturing sites and 18 offices worldwide.

We are committed to expanding our global reach, with recent ventures including North America, India, Japan and Australia, while continuing to build on our reputation for innovation, outstanding quality and technical expertise.

Scott Bader is different to most other companies. Our business is based on the simple principle of maintaining a balance between our social purpose and business needs. In 1951 we became the first UK company to hold a Common Ownership Certificate when the Bader family handed over their shares to The Scott Bader Commonwealth Limited – in simple terms, this means that Scott Bader colleagues own and are responsible for the success and overall wellbeing of the company.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our aim is to create an environment that is welcoming to all people, and ensures we treat each other and customers with respect. We appreciate different and fresh ways of thinking, encouraging innovation where colleagues feel they can express their views freely, and create a working atmosphere in which everyone is able to deliver a high-quality service.

We're on the lookout for a Site Chemist to join our team at Atherstone.

Location: Atherstone
Hours: Monday to Friday

Ready to put your chemistry skills to work for the planet? Join the experts in waste.

A quick look at the role.

You will support the day-to-day operations. With safety, health, and environmental standards as your top priority, you will carry out testing and analysis of waste materials, ensure compliance with site permits and regulations, assist with waste acceptance and treatment processes, and contribute to maintaining operational efficiency. You will also help provide a high level of service to both internal and external customers, ensuring accurate records and supporting the smooth running of site activities.

Your core responsibilities.

• Carry out laboratory and site-based chemical analysis to support the safe treatment, transfer, and disposal of waste materials.
• Ensure compliance with permits, licences, discharge consents, and other legal requirements by monitoring and recording relevant site data.
• Assess and decide on appropriate treatment methods for incoming waste streams, both bulk and packaged, in line with site capability and regulatory requirements.
• Support customer service by providing accurate and timely technical input to quotations, bookings, and waste acceptance processes.
• Maintain accurate bay logs and records to satisfy EA/HSE requirements and ensure correct cost allocation.
• Assist in site audits, inspections, and sampling activities to maintain safety and environmental standards.
• Promote safe working practices by following all health, safety, and environmental procedures, reporting hazards, and supporting continuous improvement in safety culture.
• Help identify and implement opportunities to improve site efficiency, reduce non-value activities, and support operational performance.

Requirements

Our essential requirements.

• You must have an HNC ( or equivalent) for this role.
• Outdoor working will be required in all weathers.
• Continued support and ongoing training.
• Relevant professional experience, including managing a mixed skills team in a busy demanding environment.
• Computer literate/using MS Office applications.

Benefits

And here’s why you’ll love it at Biffa.

• Ongoing career development, training and coaching – Because if you don’t grow, we don’t grow.
• Competitive salary.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Retail and leisure discounts.
• Holiday and travel discounts.
• Life cover.

About Biffa -

At Biffa, we love working with waste. Whether we’re turning it into sustainable power, finding new ways to recycle it or simply keeping it off the streets, we believe every day is an opportunity to improve the lives of millions. It’s a view that’s shared by our 11,500+ people around the country, who trust us to provide them with a career that’s always rewarding, often challenging, but never dull.

Dedicated to Diversity

Being inclusive is core to our culture at Biffa; we believe different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds are key to developing a creative and effective working environment that represents our communities and generates the best outcomes for colleagues, customers and stakeholders, which is why you’ll find us championing diversity, equity and inclusion at every turn.

Looking to launch your career in the chemical industry?

Talent STEM are partnering with an innovative manufacturing company at their modern facility in Lancashire to appoint a Graduate Chemist. In this role, you’ll be involved in a variety of projects focused on developing and improving high-performance products used by customers worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on laboratory experience, work alongside experienced scientists, and contribute to real product development from day one.

About the role
As a Graduate Chemist, you’ll be part of a collaborative technical team supporting the design, testing and improvement of chemical products. You’ll be involved in practical lab work, data analysis, and project support while learning from experienced scientists and engineers who will help you develop your technical and professional skills.

Your responsibilities may include:

- Supporting the research, development and testing of new products

- Conducting lab-based experiments and recording results accurately

- Assisting with research into materials and product performance

- Working with colleagues across technical and production teams

- Contributing to continuous improvement and innovation projects

About you

- Degree in a Chemistry related subject

- Enthusiastic about developing a career in research & development

- Strong practical skills and attention to detail

- Good communication and teamwork skills

What’s on offer

• Competitive starting salary (dependent on experience)

• Structured training and development

• Company bonus scheme

• A supportive environment where you can grow and make an impact

If you’re looking for a hands-on technical role in a forward-thinking company where your ideas and curiosity are valued, we’d love to hear from you.

Development Chemist - R&D - Decorative Paints - Surface Coatings

Our client is an independent, British paint manufacturer, committed to the socially and environmentally responsible production of high-quality paints.

Our client is looking for an experienced, self-motivated and innovative Development Chemist ideally, with an understanding of the decorative paint market, to join their team in the North West. Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, the candidate will be required to carry out work in multiple areas of Research and Development. This will include product improvement, routine testing and troubleshooting, evaluation of products, sourcing and testing raw materials, developing manufacturing procedures, quality systems, R&D systems and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• To assist in the routine operation at the R&D Laboratory.
• To develop new formulations and produce samples.
• To plan a pilot plant and scale up of products from laboratory trials through to the handover into the production facility.
• To analyse and evaluate raw materials and competitor products.
• Investigate and formulate improvement of products and manufacturing processes and assist with their implementation.
• Investigate solutions to problems in production, laboratory and the field, make recommendations to the Laboratory Manager, and liaise with other staff in remedying problems.
• To develop an understanding of research, produce reports (verbal and written) to management board, and to communicate the results of research.
• To become familiar with and actively support all provisions of the Quality System appropriate to the responsibility of this position.
• Colour matching and Quality Control of colour experience would be an advantage.

Requirements

• Experience in Surface Coatings preferably decorative paints.
• A degree or higher science qualification.
• Understanding of the decorative paint market.
• Proven problem-solving experience.
• Some travel is required in the role so a full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemical, Polymer, Coatings and Life Science based Industries.

Site Chemist

Up to £30,000 +  Benefits

Leicstershire

Do you have Chemist experience within the Waste Industry ? Do you strive for accuracy, precision, and pride in you work? If so, then I could have the right position for you.

A market leading Waste Management company are offering a varied and rewarding Site Chemist role. You would be joining a company that prides itself on its highly accurate and high-quality service whilst performing to the letter of the site permit.

Use your experience and understanding of the regulations within the waste industry to excel in this role.

Duties include:

• Waste acceptance inspection and testing to determine identification and disposal/recycling routing

• Compliance with HSE segregation guidelines

• Laboratory testing of waste samples

• Preparation of Outgoing Loads to other waste facilities

As well as an attractive Salary Package + Benefits:

• On site parking
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Learning and Development opportunities.

Title: Shift / Site Chemist
Location: Merseyside
Salary: 27674 Per annum
Term: Permanent
Hours: 40hours a week Monday - Friday with rotating shift patterns (6:00am - 15:00pm, 11:00am -20:00pm) this rotates weekly
Benefits: Ongoing career development and progression, training development and industry courses, annual bonus, pension contributions and flexible benefits portal.

SRG are working with a leading waste management and recycling company who have a long and very successful history of supporting the UK chemical industry. They have decades of industry experience and are deeply committed to their values and their people. They invest heavily in their team, offering robust training and development opportunities to support long-term growth, success and career development. They are now looking for a Site Chemist to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day checking and testing incoming loads on the transfer station, processing hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring segregation and storage of hazardous waste meets requirements, labelling waste and completing documents on all incoming and outgoing chemical materials. This role would suit motivated and eager chemistry graduates looking to take their first step into industrial chemistry.

Role / Description

• Oversee and organise the acceptance, inspection, and routing of incoming waste loads to maintain high operational standards.
• Conduct technical assessments and analytical testing to support site management and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all operations align with company procedures and standards (BMS, ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001).
• Identify and report non-conformances or issues with incoming loads, following established protocols.
• Generate and manage paperwork for load dispatch, stock control, and production records in line with legal and company requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support continuous improvement and effective site operations.
• Maintain a strong focus on health and safety, attending required training and reporting risks or incidents as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum HNC in chemistry
• Recently graduated OR have recent industrial experience in the waste industry
• Must have a ull UK drivers license and own means of transport
• Full right to work in the UK and does not require sponsorship
• Willing and able to work outdoors in all weathers - this is a hands-on role in the waste industry.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on (phone number removed).

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

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Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Title: Shift / Site Chemist
Location: Merseyside
Salary: 27674 Per annum
Term: Permanent
Hours: 40hours a week Monday - Friday with rotating shift patterns (6:00am - 15:00pm, 11:00am -20:00pm) this rotates weekly
Benefits: Ongoing career development and progression, training development and industry courses, annual bonus, pension contributions and flexible benefits portal.

SRG are working with a leading waste management and recycling company who have a long and very successful history of supporting the UK chemical industry. They have decades of industry experience and are deeply committed to their values and their people. They invest heavily in their team, offering robust training and development opportunities to support long-term growth, success and career development. They are now looking for a Site Chemist to join the team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day checking and testing incoming loads on the transfer station, processing hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring segregation and storage of hazardous waste meets requirements, labelling waste and completing documents on all incoming and outgoing chemical materials. This role would suit motivated and eager chemistry graduates looking to take their first step into industrial chemistry.

Role / Description

• Oversee and organise the acceptance, inspection, and routing of incoming waste loads to maintain high operational standards.
• Conduct technical assessments and analytical testing to support site management and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all operations align with company procedures and standards (BMS, ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001).
• Identify and report non-conformances or issues with incoming loads, following established protocols.
• Generate and manage paperwork for load dispatch, stock control, and production records in line with legal and company requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support continuous improvement and effective site operations.
• Maintain a strong focus on health and safety, attending required training and reporting risks or incidents as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum HNC in chemistry
• Recently graduated OR have recent industrial experience in the waste industry
• Must have a ull UK drivers license and own means of transport
• Full right to work in the UK and does not require sponsorship
• Willing and able to work outdoors in all weathers - this is a hands-on role in the waste industry.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on (phone number removed).

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

Keywords: waste, hazardous waste, chemist, chemicals, chemistry, waste analysis, reception chemist, site chemist, acceptance chemist, PH, titration, flashpoint, xrf, karl fisher, environmental, health and safety, H&S, IOSH, WAMITAB, NEBOSH, waste management, recycling, technical, technical assessor, waste streams, wm3, IMDG, ADR, COSHH, SDS, PIF, Product information file, Safety Data Sheet

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Process Chemist!

Are you passionate about transforming innovative ideas into reality? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can drive significant improvements? If so, we invite you to become a vital part of our client's team as a Process Chemist!

What You'll Do:

• Process Development & optimisation: Take the lead in planning and executing laboratory work aimed at developing and testing new and enhanced manufacturing processes. Ensure these processes meet our ambitious targets!
• Technical Expertise: Leverage your expert knowledge in process chemistry to guide our Process Development, Supply Chain, and project teams in crafting and executing effective development plans.
• Problem Solving: Be the go-to advisor! Support manufacturing and development personnel in troubleshooting process challenges and uncovering exciting opportunities for improvement.
• Safety & Compliance: Champion safety! Ensure all activities comply with site, company, and regulatory standards while continuously striving to enhance safe working practises.
• Data Management & Reporting: Keep meticulous records! Document experimental results and prepare technical reports that showcase your findings and insights.

What They're Looking For:

Experience:

• Significant experience in process development chemistry, with expertise in critical data analysis (statistics/experimental design), scale-up, and manufacturing support.
• Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in laboratory and analytical work.

Critical Capabilities:

• Problem Solving: You excel at analysing complex situations creatively, generating and implementing original solutions.
• Communication: Possess excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills tailored for diverse audiences.
• Networking: Proven ability to build and maintain internal and external networks, contributing positively to team success.
• Physico-chemical Awareness: Strong capability to apply physico-chemical concepts to process development, utilising specialised data analysis tools.

Leadership & Personal Attributes:

• A strong execution and results orientation, combined with sound judgement and self-awareness.
• A continuous learning mindset, eager to share knowledge and grow in an open environment.
• Ability to establish trust and work effectively within a collaborative team.

Education:

• An Honours Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry is essential; a PhD is advantageous. We also value several years of experience in a Process Chemistry role.

Why Join Us?

• Exciting Opportunities: Work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact in the industry.
• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that values your input and encourages professional growth.