(Senior) Materials Development Scientist
JOB_53394354719234Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Research And DevelopmentIndustry
Scientific and R&DPay
£48-65,000
Materials scientist, growing biotech company in London. 18mth FTC converting to permanent
Your new company
You’ll be joining a pioneering organisation dedicated to advancing sustainable technologies through innovative chemical process development. This company is committed to transforming materials and manufacturing practices to support a regenerative future. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team working at the intersection of science, engineering, and environmental impact.
Your new role
Collaboration & Communication
What you'll need to succeed
What you'll get in return
What you need to do now
Keywords:
Materials, Development, Scientist, bio-based, high-throughput, experimentation, DoE, chemistry, sustainable, innovation, regenerative, design, London, biotech, synbio, product, research, R&D
You’ll be joining a pioneering organisation dedicated to advancing sustainable technologies through innovative chemical process development. This company is committed to transforming materials and manufacturing practices to support a regenerative future. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team working at the intersection of science, engineering, and environmental impact.
Your new role
As a Materials Development Scientist, you will lead the discovery and optimisation of novel bio-based materials through high-throughput experimentation and data-driven research. You’ll play a key role in developing sustainable products and systems, collaborating across disciplines to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions. This is a hands-on, lab-based role with a strong emphasis on experimentation, data analysis, and cross-functional teamwork.
This is initially an 18-month Fixed-Term Contract position that has a good chance of converting to a permanent role afterwards.
Main Responsibilities:
Innovative Experimentation & Research
- Design and execute high-throughput experiments to develop and optimise bio-based materials.
- Conduct laboratory-scale experiments from conception to completion with scientific rigour.
- Analyse experimental data and provide actionable insights to improve product and process performance.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with material scientists, engineers, and product developers to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly through technical reports, documentation, and presentations.
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
- Continuous Learning & Development
- Stay up to date with advancements in materials chemistry and bio-based technologies.
- Integrate new research insights into ongoing projects to drive innovation.
- Maintain meticulous records of experimental work and ensure data integrity.
What you'll need to succeed
- MSc / MEng in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or a related field with a preference for a PhD – or equivalent experience
- Proven track record in materials discovery and product development, ideally with bio-based materials. Candidates with industry experience of this are highly preferred
- Proficiency in high-throughput experimentation, DoE, statistical analysis, and mathematical modelling.
- Strong analytical thinking, systems-thinking mindset, and excellent communication skills.
- Passion for sustainability, innovation, and regenerative design.
What you'll get in return
You’ll have the chance to work within a close-knit, experienced team and make a real difference within a company that’s looking to transform the sector and have a far-reaching impact on the global scale.
You’ll also get a number of progression and development opportunities and a good salary and benefits package with excellent holiday allowance.What you need to do now
If you are interested in this role, please click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, feel free to reach out to us for guidance on your next career move.
Materials, Development, Scientist, bio-based, high-throughput, experimentation, DoE, chemistry, sustainable, innovation, regenerative, design, London, biotech, synbio, product, research, R&D
(Senior) Materials Development ScientistJOB_533943547192342025-08-282025-11-25
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