Lead Research Scientist

Lead Research Scientist

Vacancy Number:req4759

Location:Ditton

Location Address:
Foundry Lane, Ditton
Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 8UB
United Kingdom

Closing Date:24/03/2025

Croda is a FTSE100 organisationdriven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employeesacross 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of noveland highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Caresectors.

We are passionateand excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape andinspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. As our business looks todeliver its ambitious strategy of growth, we are looking for a Lead ResearchScientist in the Biopolymers Team, based at our Ditton site in Widnes,Cheshire. The purpose of this role is to develop innovative, sustainableproducts for applications in Consumer Care and Life Sciences. Specifically,you will devise and perform experiments for the synthesis of carbohydrate- andprotein-based products and will have the opportunity to lead subsequent processscale-up.

Who We’re Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people arethe heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment whereyou can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive. 

Strong foundation in chemical synthesis with expertise in natural product chemistry
Experience with process scale-up and design with a view towards manufacturing scales
Preparative-scale laboratory experience developing enzyme-based processes
Flexible and focused team player with growth mindset
Excellent project management, planning and organisational skills with the ability to adapt to changing project requirements
An effective communicator, capable of building working relationships within an interdisciplinary team and with external partners
Able to develop innovative and creative solutions to problems using state-of-the-art know-how
Expertise on downstream process development
Strong analytical chemistry skillset
Experience as a leader managing, supervising or mentoring others

What You’ll Be Doing:

Be part ofa team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, whereyour ideas and contributions matter. 

Suggest innovative ideas for new products
Develop R&D pipelines for new products as structured projects
Conceive, plan and execute lab-scale experiments to develop new reactions towards carbohydrate and protein-based products
Develop the overall process (including downstream processing steps) with an outlook towards large-scale manufacture
Oversee pilot and manufacturing scale production trials for new products

What WeOffer:

Join aglobal organisation with countless opportunities for growth andleadership. 

The successfulcandidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

Defined benefit pension scheme
25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
Private medical insurance
Access to share plans
Cycle to work scheme
Car leasing scheme
Generous parental leave
Retail platform benefits
Free car parking on Croda sites

Additional Information

If you requireany reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issueswith our online application process, please email .


Croda recognises employees as our strength and thediversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoingsuccess. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value ondiversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis ofany protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, nationalorigin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, maritalor veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected underapplicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonableaccommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs,as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.