Materials Science Jobs

CureAge Therapeutics · London

Lead the computationally guided design of a lipid nanoparticle delivery platform, applying chemical and biophysical principles to optimise LNP composition and formulation. Use AI-enabled chemistry, cheminformatics, predictive models and molecular modelling to prioritise formulation components, working closely with the experimental team and founding team in a small start-up.

Swansea University · Swansea · £21,805 pa

Develops next-generation microporous membranes for low-cost, long-duration iron–sulfur redox flow batteries, designing and synthesising functional polymers of intrinsic microporosity with tailored sub-nanometre pores. Involves membrane characterisation, electrochemical testing and structure–ion transport–performance studies, with an industrial placement at Leaf-Tech Ltd on scale-up and manufacturing.

Ionetic · Brackley

Lead electrical design for battery modules and packs, covering HV distribution, LV electronics, fusing, contactors, sensing and interconnects. Own requirements, DFMEA, verification and validation, and fault analysis while integrating hardware and protection circuitry with BMS engineers. Works closely with mechanical, software and manufacturing teams on safe, scalable architectures for low-volume production.

Ionetic · Brackley · £500,000 pa

Develops and optimises battery pack assembly and test processes, designing jigs, fixtures, gauges and tooling, and integrating automation such as cobots, industrial robots and laser welding. Works with internal and external design teams and suppliers to procure, commission and validate production facilities, leading manufacturing deliverables on time and to cost.