Materials Scientist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Scientist to join a renowned company known for its pioneering research and development in sustainable materials.

This role can be full-time or part-time offering excellent benefits and a salary circa £40,000.

As a Materials Scientist, you will report to the Project Lead / Principal Scientist, conducting research and experiments to enhance material properties, applying theoretical principles, and collaborating with experts to develop innovative solutions.

You will be responsible for:

? Conducting experiments and testing both new and existing materials.
? Developing new hypotheses and experimental techniques to enhance material understanding.
? Refining material deposition and processing methods to optimise performance.
? Analysing results against theoretical models and literature.
? Modelling material or device properties to predict application performance.
? Engaging with external experts and research institutions to expand capabilities.
? Contributing to intellectual property development through innovative solutions.


What we are looking for:

? Previously worked as a Materials Scientist, Research Scientist, Physicist, Materials Engineer, Materials, Researcher, Research Associate or in a similar role.
? Experience in conducting experiments on novel materials or devices.
? Background in the development of new hypotheses for improving material properties.
? Degree in Physics or Electrical Engineering, with a PhD in a related field.
? Strong academic grounding in physics, with expertise in material properties.
? Ideally have experience in incorporating materials into test structures to demonstrate desired functional properties and modelling material properties or their performance in device structures.


What's on offer:

? Competitive salary
? Pension scheme
? 27 days plus bank holidays (for full time employees)
? Birthday off
? Life assurance
? Private health and dental care
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