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Development Chemist

Ref: CP Salary: £Excellent Contract Type: TemporaryLocation: Folkestone

We’re looking for a  Development chemist to join our growing R&D Technical Service team. You’ll be involved in post-launch product improvements by  working with teams across the business and with external partners.

If you’re passionate about science, product development and making a real impact on products that reach consumers around the world, this is the opportunity for you.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Lead and coordinate product updates after launch, including changes to raw materials, packaging and manufacturing sites.
  • Collect and organize technical documentation (safety data, claims, manufacturing details) to support global market launches.
  • Support R&D and manufacturing teams with process and testing changes.
  • Write and review technical reports, protocols, and development plans.
  • Manage and execute in-house and co-ordinating outsourced testing activities.
  • Share project updates and keep stakeholders informed.

What We’re Looking For

  • A science degree (or a closely related).
  • 3+ years’ experience in product development and/or project coordination.
  • Experience in healthcare or personal care products (formulation/testing).
  • Awareness of  confidential and quality technical agreements and their application to suppliers.
  • Great communication and teamwork skills – confident working cross-functionally.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
  • Proactive, solutions-driven and detail-focused.
  • Confident IT skills (MS Office essential) with the ability to present Information in Forms, Tables and Sread sheets.

What’s in it for You?

  • This role is being offered on agency bases for a period of approximately 12 months.
  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • Office-based, Monday to Friday (39 hours per week)

 

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Consultant Details

For further information on this opportunity please contact:


Claire Pitchford

Tel: 01303 220844

Email: claire@rsfl.co.uk

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