Formulation Chemist - Talent STEM Ltd : Job Details

Join a specialist chemicals innovator at a leading facility in Lancashire

Work on developing and enhancing high-performance chemical formulations that support customers worldwide. This permanent opportunity offers the chance to shape product innovation in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment while working alongside an expert technical team.

The roleAs a Formulation Chemist, you will be responsible for developing, testing, and improving chemical formulations to meet customer and business needs. You will play a key role in driving innovation, enhancing product performance, and ensuring solutions are both reliable and cost-effective.

Your focus will include:

- Designing, developing, and testing new chemical formulations

- Researching raw materials and monitoring industry trends

- Improving the performance and efficiency of existing products

- Conducting competitor product analysis to identify opportunities for innovation

- Coordinating with production, regulatory, and commercial teams to support smooth product launch

- Managing multiple projects, ensuring delivery to agreed timelines and standards

What you bring

- Degree or higher in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering (essential)

- Strong background in formulation (academic or industrial)

- Fresh graduates and experienced candidates will be considered

- Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability

- Clear, confident communication and the ability to collaborate across teams

- Organisational skills to manage several projects simultaneously

- Experience in pulp or paper formulation (advantageous but not essential)

Why apply?

- Salary £26,000 – £40,000 depending on experience

- 27 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays

- Annual company bonus

- Free staff lunches

- Onsite parking

- Opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment

If you’re ready to apply your formulation expertise to innovative projects and develop your career in a global-facing chemicals business, we’d love to hear from you.