Product Technology Chemist - Specialty Materials

Product Technology Chemist - Specialty Materials Requisition ID 2026-23518 Country United Kingdom City Spondon Overview: We are seeking a talented and motivated Product Technology Chemist to join our small, dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive innovation through new product formulation while supporting production quality and process optimization.

Product Development & Innovation: Develop new product formulations based on customer, market, and business requirements within a collaborative team environment. Coordinate and actively participate in production trials to validate new formulations. Provide technical support for new and existing downstream applications (occasional travel required). Laboratory Operations & Analysis: Perform safe, accurate laboratory analysis using advanced analytical equipment. Calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize laboratory equipment performance. Prepare and manage internal standards and reagents. Support production with specialist quality control analysis, quality investigations, and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs). Technical Communication & Documentation: Communicate results effectively through technical reports and presentations. Support and maintain laboratory documentation including COSHH & SDS databases, SOPs, and 5S practices. Health, Safety & Compliance: Demonstrate strict adherence to site Health & Safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) procedures. Maintain a safe and organized laboratory environment. Professional Development: Identify issues proactively, think creatively, and develop innovative solutions Embrace continuous learning and professional development opportunities Qualifications: Education Preferred:Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or Materials Science. Degrees in other scientific disciplines will also be considered. Recent graduates with relevant academic knowledge and strong willingness to learn are encouraged to apply. Technical Knowledge & Skills Understanding of polymer chemistry (particularly biopolymers such as cellulose acetate) is highly desirable. Knowledge of formulation, thermoplastic polymer properties, and polymer processing technology/film manufacturing is advantageous. Strong practical, hands-on laboratory skills. Prior experience with analytical equipment including: FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy) UV-Vis Spectroscopy GC-FID (Gas Chromatography with Flame Ionization Detection) TD-GC (Thermal Desorption Gas Chromatography) XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) Mechanical property testing equipment Proficiency with data handling and IT tools. Personal Attributes Self-motivated with strong problem-solving abilities. Creative thinker with attention to detail. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Commitment to safety and quality standards. Apply: Apply for this job online Apply Share Refer this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation is a Fortune 500 company that employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2025 net sales of $9.5 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com. Celanese ist ein weltweit führendes Chemieunternehmen, das Spezialmaterialien herstellt, die in den meisten wichtigen Industriezweigen und Verbraucheranwendungen zum Einsatz kommen. Unsere Geschäftsbereiche nutzen unsere chemische, technologische und kaufmännische Expertise, um Mehrwert für unsere Kunden, Mitarbeiter und Aktionäre zu schaffen. Wir fördern Nachhaltigkeit, indem wir die von uns hergestellten Materialien verantwortungsbewusst verwalten und unser Portfolio an nachhaltigen Produkten ausbauen, um den Anforderungen unserer Kunden und der Gesellschaft gerecht zu werden. Wir sind bestrebt, einen positiven Beitrag in unseren Gemeinden zu leisten und Inklusion in unseren Teams zu fördern. Die Celanese Corporation ist ein Fortune-500-Unternehmen, das weltweit mehr als 11.000 Mitarbeiter beschäftigt und im Jahr 2025 einen Nettoumsatz von 9,5 Milliarden US-Dollar erzielte. Interested in this opportunity? Note: If you were referred by an employee (they set-up your profile) to this opportunity, you can add and/or update your resume/CV before or after applying to this position. Socialize this job opportunity to a friend, colleague, or family member: