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R&D Manager

United Kingdom, Preston · Job Posted March 22, 2026
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Job Description

Talenmark is recruiting for a R&D Manager to join a company in Materials Manufacturing industry at their site based in Preston on a permanent basis.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and coordinate the research, development and technical services function across all site competence
  • Liaise with your team, Sales, Production Planning, Production Management, Quality / HSE, Maintenance and Purchasing by providing technical support for any new or ongoing development projects
  • Contribute as necessary to the design/formulation of new products
  • Identify new materials and technologies available in the market

Requirements

  • Masters degree or a PHD qualification in a science related subject, such as chemistry, applied chemistry or material science
  • Accomplished senior manager within a complex manufacturing environment, working within a technical or research and development function with responsibilities for technical support, new product or process development

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