Science Graduate

Science Graduate / NPD Development Technician

As a science graduate, you will support the development of new products, working closely with Development Scientists from lab‑bench to finished product. The position offers full training and a clear pathway to NPD or R&D Scientist as skills grow.

Salary: £27,800 per annum (annual profit‑related bonus on top). Flexible working: 8‑hour day between 7:30am and 5:30pm with on‑site presence between 9:30am and 3:30pm. Pension and generous holiday allowance.

• Prepare theoretical new product proposals and formulate lab‑scale work.
• Prepare samples for taste, colour and product assessment.
• Assess the suitability of new raw materials for commercial products.
• Work with supply chain, suppliers and the Quality team on raw material sourcing and approvals.
• Support R&D projects, including data collection and trial reports.
• Help ensure processes are followed so scale‑up is right the first time.

• Degree in a life science or related science‑based subject (e.g., food science, chemistry, biology, biomedical or forensic science).
• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills, confident numeracy.
• Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Teams.