CK Group are recruiting for an R&D Manager, to join a chemicals manufacturing company, at their site based in Stoke, on a full time, permanent basis. The salary is £40,000 pa

The Company:

Our client is a leader in the global manufacture of their specialty materials. Developing and manufacturing a range of pigments and nanomaterials.

Location:

The R&D Manager will be based at the company's site in Stoke, easily commutable from surrounding areas.

R&D Manager Role:

Your main duties will be:

• Develop new, innovative products
• Explore new chemistries in line with the companies strategic goals
• Develop analytical and other quality required parameters
• Develop processes for manufacturing new products including their upscaling into pilot scale
• Develop analytical and quality procedures to ensure the products functionality
• Develop new Applications for existing or new products
• Support Production department on any problems arising in production
• Manage the R&D Laboratory and its personnel
• Develop Equipment and technical standards according to the requirements

Your Background:

The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

• PhD in Inorganic Chemistry or Material Science, ev. Mineralogy or Polymer Sciences
• willingness to do practical lab work
• experience in analytical procedures especially spectroscopic methods
• willingness to occasional travels