Development Chemist

Job Description

Are you a curious and driven scientist with a passion for innovation and product development? Do you want to be part of a collaborative R&D team shaping the future of adhesives and sealants? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

About the Role

We’re looking for a Development Chemist to join our Construction & Consumer R&D team in Stafford. In this lab-based role, you’ll lead and support technical projects that enhance our product portfolio, improve manufacturing processes, and respond to evolving customer and market needs.

You’ll work closely with colleagues across R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, marketing, and sales—both locally and across EMEA—to deliver innovative, high-performance solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver clearly defined development projects within agreed timelines.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing scale-up and process improvements.
• Build relationships with raw material suppliers and technical stakeholders.
• Develop application testing methods and understand customer use cases.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies, industry standards, and legislation.
• Support marketing and sales teams with technical insights and documentation.
• Represent Bostik at industry associations and events.
• Maintain accurate technical reports, COSHH, and HSE documentation.
• Commit to Arkema’s safety and operational excellence standards.

What We’re Looking For

• A degree (BSc) in a science or engineering discipline.
• Experience in adhesives, sealants, or coatings formulation is a plus—but not essential.
• Strong planning, communication, and project management skills.
• A proactive, flexible, and self-starting mindset.
• Confidence to work cross-functionally and represent the business externally.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Key Competencies

• Adaptability and change flexibility
• Customer focus and communication
• Safety-first mindset
• Creativity and results
• Technical capability and professional knowledge
• Teamwork and collaboration

Why Join Us?

At Bostik, part of the Arkema Group, you’ll be part of a global innovation community with access to cutting-edge technologies and development opportunities. We offer a supportive, inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions truly matter.

Ready to make your mark in materials science?

Apply now and help us build smarter, safer, and more sustainable adhesive solutions.