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Title: Formulation TechnologistTo be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.Location: NottinghamshireSalary: 30,000-45,000Term: PermanentBenefits: flexible benefits platform pick what suits you best! Annual bonus, employee discounts, enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave, EAP and much more.SRG is working with a leading manufacturer of personal care products who live an breath by their values and have an incredible company culture, based in Nottinghamshire. They are now looking for a Formulation technologist to lead product innovation within the suncare market. The role involves formulating new products and line extensions, wet chemistry testing, regulatory compliance on finished formulations. This role would ideally suit someone with a number of years experience formulating suncare/skin care products.Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 37.5 Hours a week 25 days holiday + 8 Bank holidaysRole / DescriptionUse a variety of wet chemistry techniques to Formulate and develop new and existing SPF productsDevelop and launch new SPF and suncare products into the market while ensuring products meet the regulatory requirementsCollaborate with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers on technical projectsTake briefs from concept to shelf while managing the scale up processKeep up to date with industry trends and technologiesbuilding strong relationships with raw material suppliers, CMOs, CROs and finished product suppliersRequirementsBachelors degree in Cosmetic Science, Pharmaceutical Science, or closely related scientific disciplineRecent experience in formulation and R&D within an FMCG environmentSPF, Suncare, photoprotection formulation and knowledgeStrong written and oral communication skillsSRG is the UKs number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to rhi.turner@srgtalent.com. For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on 0161 667 1812.If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit www.srgtalent.co.uk to view our other vacancies.As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. Its this combination that makes us different. Were committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.Keywords: formulation, npd, new product development, wet chemistry, rheology, laboratory, lab, technical, project management, personal care, detergents, cleaning products, cosmetics, research and development, cosmetic science, spf, suncare, research and development, fmcg, R&D, cosmetic Science, Pharmaceutical Science, photoprotection