Research Scientist

Research Scientist Croda is a FTSE
100 organisation
where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our
values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, create ‘our Purpose, Smart science
to improve lives’. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialise in the
research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and
Consumer Care markets.

We are focused on developing our inclusive
culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda,
you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more
sustainable future.

As we deliver our ambitious
2030 Growth Strategy, we’re looking for a Research Scientist to our team
at Daresbury to support the development of sustainable biotechnology-based
products using fermentation, working across laboratory research, process
development, analytical collaboration and scale-up support activities within
the Biotechnology R&T team.

Who We’re Looking For:

At Croda, we believe our people are
the heart of our success. We are committed to fostering an environment where
you can grow, make a meaningful impact, and thrive. Degree qualified in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Bioprocess Engineering or a related Life Sciences discipline.

Experience working in laboratory-based biotechnology, fermentation or bioprocess development activities.

Ability to independently plan and execute experiments, analyse data and communicate findings clearly.

Interest in sustainable technologies and biotechnology-enabled product development.

Strong collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Ability to critically review scientific literature and apply findings to practical laboratory and process development activities.

Willingness to learn new scientific techniques, methodologies and process technologies.

Good organisational and documentation skills, including active participation in SHE and laboratory compliance activities.

Positive, adaptable and solution-oriented approach, with a good sense of humour appreciated within the team.

This is a laboratory-based, hands-on role with a strong focus on practical experimental and process development activities on site.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Be part of
a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where
your ideas and contributions matter. Support the development and optimisation of upstream processes for biotechnology-derived materials and sustainable products.

Design, perform and document laboratory experiments, including data analysis and technical interpretation.

Work closely with synthetic biology, downstream processing, analytics and application teams to support integrated product development activities.

Contribute to process development, scale-up and technology transfer support activities.

Participate in technical discussions, project reviews and presentation of scientific findings.

Maintain accurate laboratory records and actively support SHE and compliance requirements within the laboratory environment.

Experience of synthetic biology, downstream processing and analytical techniques would be an advantage.

What We

Offer:

The successful
candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

Defined benefit pension scheme 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
Private medical insurance

Access to share plans

Generous parental leave

Retail platform benefits

Free car parking on Croda sites

In addition to the benefits above,
employees also have access to a salary sacrifice car scheme* (after 6 months
with the company), Cycle to Work scheme*, Health Cash plan and Employee
Assistance Programme. As well as access to number of health and wellbeing
initiatives throughout the year.
* Please note salary criteria…