An exciting new position has opened within our Clients R&D team for an R&D technician to cover maternity leave. The role, reports into the Manufacturing Director, based in Bracknell, will involve the following key aspects. * Working closely with the Sales and Marketing Team on the development of new products through formulation changes and research on new materials * Improvement of existing products through raw material analysis * Cost optimisation studies * Product labelling reviews and formulation change to minimise the risks associated with their products The successful candidate will have a degree in a scientific subject and will be an individual looking to establish a career in R&D or materials science. The role offers an individual a perfect opportunity to develop skills within a UK-based Manufacturing Organisation with exposure to a range of different departments within the business such as supply chain, finance, sales and marketing and many more. Our client would consider a newly qualified graduate in a scientific subject, looking to take their first step into R&D