R&D Chemist

PURPOSE OF ROLE

The successful candidate will be responsible for the Research, Development, Support and Growth of our Detergent and Water Treatment product formulations.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop new product formulations to support our customers, in line with Industry and ISO standards.
• Constantly strive to improve our existing formulations backed by research, testing, recording, and reporting, in an efficient and thorough manner.
• Aim to develop the laboratory and its analytical capabilities.
• Responsibility for championing and driving our sustainability/green product initiatives relating to our product formulations.
• Involved in the full lifecycle from research and development through to Customer on site trials.
• Involvement at tender stage with new and existing Customers, as and when required.
• Work in accordance with the central Lab Quality Management system and ensure compliance with ISO 17025 quality standards.
• Have a proactive approach to assisting in the development of the laboratory and SOPs in preparation for external third party and / or customer audits and play an active role in such audits.
• Involvement in driving the initiative to develop a new R&D database.
• Identify and make recommendations for improvements as part of the team within or outside the department to ensure continuous improvement.
• Support all other on-going laboratory functions within the QC, Bacteriological and Chemical labs.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and paperwork in accordance with documented procedures.
• Maintain high level of housekeeping and hygiene within the laboratory.
• Support and comply with safety and compliance initiatives on site.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned.

THE INDIVIDUAL

• High level of initiative, energy & motivation
• Strong organisational skills.
• Acute attention to detail.
• Capable of planning, executing, and delivering results within specified timeframes
• Positive, innovative attitude and the ability to take on new assignments and projects with an open mind
• Good communication skills (verbal & written).

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• 3rd level qualification in a Chemistry discipline, essential.
• Minimum of 3 to 4 years’ Industry experience, essential
• Previous experience working in Detergent Formulations and /or Water Treatment Chemicals, a distinct advantage.
• Proven experience working in Research and Development, desirable.
• Solid core Chemistry skills, essential.
• Working knowledge of ISO 17025 & 9001, desirable
• Experience with Analytical instrumentation such as UV-VIS spectroscopy, Ion Chromatography etc
• Good IT Skills, with working knowledge of MS Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint.
• Fluent English speaker
• Valid Irish Working Permit