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Junior Chemist

Epsom
3 weeks ago
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Junior Chemist

Location: Epsom, Surrey
Type: Full-time, On-site (Laboratory & Office Based)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Are you a science graduate looking to kick-start your career?

We’re looking for a bright, enthusiastic Junior Chemist to join our clients award-winning team.

Job Specification

  • Assisting in the design and development of new formulations

  • Sourcing ingredients and preparing trial batches in the lab

  • Documenting test results

  • Supporting other team members.

  • Researching new technologies and market trends.

  • Assisting with regulatory compliance and ingredient checks

  • Uploading and managing material data

  • Communicating clearly to clients and colleagues

  • Liaising with clients, suppliers, and other stakeholders

  • Occasionally attending industry events

    Person Specification

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Master’s in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related discipline

  • Enjoys both lab work and office-based work

  • Is a team player who enjoys collaboration and problem-solving

  • (Bonus) Has prior lab experience

    Additional Information

  • Work in a modern office environment

  • Personal development opportunities

  • Full training and team support

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays

  • Enhanced employer pension contribution

  • Private medical insurance

  • Life assurance

  • £25,000 starting salary, increasing after probation

    We appreciate the time you took to apply for this vacancy, however due to the high level of applications that we receive, we can only respond to successful candidates. In the meantime, please check out our website to read more about our company and privacy policy.

    Optima Recruitment specialists in Permanent & Temporary Recruitment, including; Administration, Secretarial & PA, Accounts & Finance, Graduate Opportunities, Human Resources, Recruitment Consultancy, Sales & Marketing, Customer Service and Legal

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