Vacancies Product Development Chemist

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.

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R&D Chemist
Slough
competitive plus benefirts

We welcome applications from candidates with a degree in Chemistry and preferably some industrial experience. If this opportunity excites you wed love to hear from you.

At AkzoNobel weve been pioneering colour protection and performance for more than 200 years. Our Decorative Paints R&D teams are at the forefront of developing innovative coatings that enhance homes and buildings across the world. By combining science creativity and sustainability were helping shape the future of paint.

Were committed to building diverse inclusive teams that reflect the customers and communities we serve.

About the Role
As an R&D Chemist youll play an important role in developing and testing new decorative paint formulations as part of our EMEA Product Development Centre (PDC) Walls team.

Working alongside experienced chemists and technical specialists youll carry out laboratory experiments analyse results and contribute to projects that support the development and improvement of our decorative coatings portfolio. Youll gain valuable experience in formulation development while working in a collaborative safety-focused R&D environment

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This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career chemist or someone with relevant industrial experience who is looking to develop a career in product development.

Key Responsibilities
In this role you will:
Carry out experimental laboratory work to support product development projects
Plan and prioritise your daily workload to deliver projects within agreed timescales
Interpret analyse and communicate experimental results clearly and accurately
Record findings using appropriate laboratory and reporting systems
Support the development and optimisation of decorative paint formulations
Work collaboratively with colleagues across the PDC to solve technical challenges
Identify and communicate any issues that may impact project delivery
Maintain high standards of laboratory safety and work in accordance with HSE procedures
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory

What Were Looking For
You dont have to tick every box we value curiosity teamwork and a passion for science.
Ideal candidates will bring:
A degree in Chemistry
Some experience in a laboratory manufacturing or product development environment is desirable
Strong practical laboratory skills and a methodical approach to experimental work
Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Good written and verbal communication skills
Competency in Microsoft Office including Excel Word and PowerPoint
A collaborative approach and commitment to working safely

What Makes This Role a Great Opportunity
Develop your career within one of the worlds leading coatings companies
Gain hands-on experience in decorative paint formulation and product development
Work alongside experienced chemists and technical experts
Contribute to products used by millions of customers across Europe
Access excellent learning and development opportunities within a global R&D organisation

Why AkzoNobel
We offer:
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
Pension life assurance and income protection
Wellbeing and mental health support
Flexible benefits tailored to your lifestyle
A culture centred on inclusion development and work-life balance
Access to global learning and career progression opportunities

At AkzoNobel we believe diverse teams make stronger decisions drive innovation and create better outcomes. If youre passionate about chemistry enjoy solving technical challenges and want to help develop the next generation of decorative coatings wed love to hear from you.

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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.

Requisition ID:55031