Senior Analytical Chemist

2 months ago

Wollaston UK, Stourbridge, United Kingdom Scott Bader Full time

As our new Senior Analytical Chemist, you’ll lead a small team that provides analytical services to support Group Technology, the businesses, Scott Bader Group sites and other internal departments.


You’ll provide specialist analytical support to key strategic projects and to act as an expert/internal consultant in the field of analytical chemistry.


Some of your key responsibilities:

  • You’ll manage and execute agreed Analytical work for Group Technology, Technical Service, the Global businesses and their customers and to provide support for the Operations teams.
  • You will work with the MSG Manager to ensure that all analytical equipment is maintained, calibrated and serviced, as appropriate.
  • You’ll develop new test methods to analyse new types of samples or materials, when appropriate.
  • You will liaise with suppliers, trade associations, universities and external testing laboratories, to maintain knowledge and understanding in the field of Analytical Science in order to keep the rest of the company abreast of such technology, to ensure that we can maximise our offer in this field and to represent the company technically.


What do I need to be successful in this role?

  • We would love for you to hold a degree or equivalent in Chemistry or Analytical Chemistry and experience of interpretation of analytical chemistry data.
  • You have experience of analysis of polymeric materials.
  • You are experienced in using and interpreting data from some or all of the following techniques: IRS, GC, GC-MS, GPC, HPLC, NMR, DSC, ICP, LC-MS, FTIR.
  • You are an inspirational leader with the ability to develop an experienced team.
  • You hold proven experience in a R&D Measurement Science type environment.



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.

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