Research Scientist

Research Scientist

Croda is a FTSE100 organisationwhere we truly believe our people are our difference and this along with ourvalues of Innovative Responsible and Together create our Purpose Smart scienceto improve lives. With over 5000 employees globally we specialise in theresearch and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science andConsumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusiveculture through accountability collaboration and innovation. By joining Crodayou will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a moresustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious2030 Growth Strategy were looking for a Research Scientist to our teamat Daresbury to support the development of sustainable biotechnology-basedproducts using fermentation working across laboratory research processdevelopment analytical collaboration and scale-up support activities withinthe Biotechnology R&T team.

Who Were Looking For:

At Croda we believe our people arethe heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment whereyou can grow make a meaningful impact and thrive.

• Degree qualified in Biotechnology Biochemistry Bioprocess Engineering or a related Life Sciences discipline.
• Experience working in laboratory-based biotechnology fermentation or bioprocess development activities.
• Ability to independently plan and execute experiments analyse data and communicate findings clearly.
• Interest in sustainable technologies and biotechnology-enabled product development.
• Strong collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to critically review scientific literature and apply findings to practical laboratory and process development activities.
• Willingness to learn new scientific techniques methodologies and process technologies.
• Good organisational and documentation skills including active participation in SHE and laboratory compliance activities.
• Positive adaptable and solution-oriented approach with a good sense of humour appreciated within the team.
• This is a laboratory-based hands-on role with a strong focus on practical experimental and process development activities on site.

What Youll Be Doing:

Be part ofa team that values diversity sustainability and continuous innovation whereyour ideas and contributions matter.

• Support the development and optimisation of upstream processes for biotechnology-derived materials and sustainable products.
• Design perform and document laboratory experiments including data analysis and technical interpretation.
• Work closely with synthetic biology downstream processing analytics and application teams to support integrated product development activities.
• Contribute to process development scale-up and technology transfer support activities.
• Participate in technical discussions project reviews and presentation of scientific findings.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and actively support SHE and compliance requirements within the laboratory environment.
• Experience of synthetic biology downstream processing and analytical techniques would be an advantage.

What WeOffer:

The successfulcandidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Access to share plans
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites

In addition to the benefits aboveemployees also have access to a salary sacrifice car scheme* (after 6 monthswith the company) Cycle to Work scheme* Health Cash plan and EmployeeAssistance Programme. As well as access to number of health and wellbeinginitiatives throughout the year.

*Please note salary criteria isapplicable for this benefit.

Additional Information

This is a site based role.

If you requireany reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issueswith our online application process please email

Why Croda

At Croda we believe our people areour difference. We are people-led driven by the desire to do good and delivervalue a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that havetravelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing togetherdiverse teams and talents from across the globe and guided by our values ofResponsible Innovative and Together we are passionate about building aninclusive collaborative and diverse organisation with innovation and customerfocus underpinning all that we do.

Croda is anequal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications fromsuitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex race disabilityage sexual orientation marriage or civil partnership pregnancy or maternityreligion or belief.

Required Experience:

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