Formulation Scientist

Formulation Scientist (two-year contract)

Are you passionate about chemistry and eager to make a difference in the world of crop protection? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Formulation Technician to join their innovative Formulation Technology Group! This is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates or scientists with less than 5 years of experience who are ready to dive into a hands-on role in a collaborative environment.

Your Role:
As a Formulation Technician, you'll be at the forefront of developing cutting-edge chemical crop protection products. Your responsibilities will include:

• Research & Development: Explore novel formulation technologies and understand how growers apply their products.
• Experimental Design: Use your chemistry expertise to design, prepare, and characterize new formulations in the lab and at field-scale.
• Performance Testing: Conduct representative experiments to assess the efficacy of formulations.
• Project Management: Plan and execute experimental work programs, utilizing your organizational skills to keep everything on track.
• Collaboration: Work within multidisciplinary project teams, collaborating with scientists from various functions and communicating your findings effectively.

What You'll Bring:
To thrive in this role, you'll need:

• Lab Experience: Familiarity with working independently and safely in a chemical lab environment.
• Scientific Curiosity: A genuine passion for learning and staying abreast of technological advancements.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to manage projects efficiently and maintain detailed records.
• Problem-Solving Attitude: A proactive and enthusiastic approach to tackling technical challenges.
• Communication Skills: Strong teamwork and networking capabilities to engage with peers and present your data clearly.

Why Join Them?

• Work alongside highly qualified and experienced professionals who are eager to share their knowledge.
• Enjoy a vibrant lab community where diversity is embraced, fostering innovation and creativity.
• Contribute to impactful research at the forefront of Crop Protection, helping to shape the future of sustainable agriculture.

Qualifications:

• A degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline is preferred. However, we also welcome applications from candidates with equivalent work experience.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.