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Research and Development Specialist

2 months ago


ThorntonCleveleys, Lancashire, United Kingdom Victrex Full time
Job Title: Research and Development Technician

Victrex is a world leader in high-performance polymers, driving innovation across multiple industries. We are seeking a highly motivated Technician to join our dynamic R&D team.

The successful candidate will organise and perform experiments and analyses that support key technology projects and contribute directly to innovation and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in planning and performing experiments at laboratory, pilot, and production scales.
  • Analyse and collate data using a range of in-house and external analytical services to evaluate material properties.
  • Interpret, summarise, and communicate data through written reports and verbal presentations, making basic recommendations on future work direction.
  • Implement laboratory experimental procedures and maintain safe working practices in line with all relevant internal and external regulations.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of work procedures and instructions.
  • Take responsibility for monitoring, defining, and maintaining SHE (Safety, Health & Environment) standards for specific equipment and/or laboratory areas.
  • Support the safe and effective operation of the PIC semi-technical plant asset at the Hillhouse site.
  • Occasional supervision of placement students or apprentices.

Experience and Skills:

  • Demonstrable working knowledge of a range of analytical techniques and materials application know-how.
  • Strong analytical, communication, organisational, and team-working skills.
  • High proficiency in IT and related software tools.

Qualifications and Professional Memberships:

  • Essential: Level 3 Apprenticeship/HND or equivalent in a relevant scientific or technical discipline with relevant industrial experience.

We are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while supporting society through our sustainable products and making a positive impact on our local communities. We have recently become winners of the prestigious Ecovadis Silver Award, which is a universal acknowledgement of our sustainability rating as being in the top 5% of over 75,000 companies. We are also proud to be recognised as a 'Disability Confident' employer.

We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community. Please talk to us about flexible working.