Assistant Scientist - Materials Development

Newton Colmore
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
3 months ago
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Assistant Scientist - Materials Development

Are you a scientifically curious, hands-on researcher looking for a new role? I have an exciting opportunity for a talented scientist to join a growing R&D team and contribute directly to the development of next-generation materials and devices.

This is a largely laboratory-based position in which you will work alongside experienced scientists to design, execute and evaluate novel experimental methodologies. You will play an active role across the full research cycle - from planning experiments and fabricating devices, to analysing results and presenting findings to the wider team.

You will be responsible for planning and performing novel experiments, sometimes with senior scientist and sometimes independently, so a good understanding of scientific fundamentals is vital for this role. You will also be responsible for producing formulations, coating materials, and performing characterisation for novel devices. Data is an important part of any business and so another key part of this role will be to compile, log, and analyse experimental data, which will ultimately help shape the R&D programme.

The company are looking for a junior scientist that has practical experience within an academic of industrial lab setting, coupled with a degree in physics, chemistry or materials science. Any experience gained within a cleanroom setting would be highly advantageous to your application, as would familiarity with metrology systems and fabrication equipment.

This role will be on a fixed term contract basis, running until November 2026 and so could provide the right scientist with their first step into industry. The company work on some exciting projects and provide an environment that will give you both guidance, and autonomy.

If you would like to know more than make a confidential application now and a member of our team will be in touch with more details

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