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Research & Development Laboratory Scientist Apprentice

Tronox Pigment UK Ltd · MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Location
Grimsby
Postcode
DN40 2PR
Salary
£15,184 to £24,123.58 a year
Duration
5 Years
Hours per week
36.5h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Scientist (level 6)
Start date
7 September 2026
Application deadline
28 June 2026
Posted
2 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000034583
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

The apprentice will be based in the Research & Development laboratories. They will gain the practical skills required by a fast response manufacturing environment.

The duties will include:

  • Product development
  • Analytical science
  • Applications research

In addition to laboratory-based activities, there will also be the opportunity for the successful applicant to familiarise their selves with the inorganic titanium dioxide manufacturing process and other support services. All training will be conducted within Safety, Health and Environmental procedures and the apprentice will be provided with high quality knowledge of these throughout the apprenticeship.

Working week

08:00 - 16:00, Monday to Thursday. 08:00 - 15:00, Friday. 30 minutes unpaid lunch.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitnessPunctualEnthusiastic

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English, Maths and Science plus 2 others · Grade Grade 5 or above
Essential
A Level · Chemistry · Grade A/A* or B,C,C (UCAS 104 pts

Training & development

Your Apprenticeship includes block release learning at the University, self learning and on site work experience.

Future prospects

On completion of the apprenticeship, successful candidates could secure a role in a successful, dynamic company.

Things to consider

Apprentice Employment Agency is a Flexi-Job Apprentice Agency & we will employ you for the duration of the apprenticeship. The company named in this vacancy is a Host Employer. Your application will be shared with them and training providers.  You must hold unrestricted right to live and work in the Uk to apply for this role.

About Tronox Pigment UK Ltd

Tronox is the largest vertically integrated titanium dioxide producer in the world, the largest producer of merchant titanium chemicals, and the leading manufacturer of specialty titanium products. Tronox provides numerous products and services for a variety of industries around the world. From coatings to paper and polymers to pigments, our products and services are used to improve everyday life. Thousands of products in our world, from plastic bags to aerospace parts, get their start with help from Tronox. Tronox employ nearly 6,500 across six continents, and have a rich diversity, unmatched vertical integration model, and unparalleled operational and technical expertise across the value chain, position Tronox as the preeminent titanium dioxide producer in the world. We’re committed to our people, our customers, and our communities. With a broad global reach and deep local roots, Tronox embrace and celebrate the unique character and culture of every place they call home. From the west coast of Australia to the east coast of the U.S., from Europe to South Africa, and from mines to research and development labs, they bring the same passion to work in every location, everywhere, every day.

Website
www.tronox.com/
Contact name
Alison Lowery
Contact phone
07983011845
Contact email
alison.lowery@apprentice-employment.co.uk