R&D Manager

August 18, 2025

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R&D Manager
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

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Entitlement to work in the UK is essential. Please quote job reference in all correspondence.
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United Kingdom