Latest Materials Scientist Jobs

Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist

This role involves hands-on laboratory analysis of pharmaceutical materials, focusing on particle size, microscopy, and material characterisation. The scientist will conduct physical and analytical testing to support product development and technical investigations, using techniques such as BET, XRF, and XRD. The position requires strong data recording, problem-solving, and experience with analytical instrumentation in a pharmaceutical or related testing environment.

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group Bromborough, Merseyside, United Kingdom £30,000 – £32,000 pa

Applications Scientist

This role involves conducting lab-based experiments to develop and improve coating chemistries, supporting the R&D team in membrane separation and related fields. You will design and execute experiments, analyze results, and prepare technical documents to guide surface treatment development.

Hyper Recruitment Solutions Bampton, United Kingdom

Principal Scientist - Polymer Chemistry

Lead and deliver complex R&D and scale-up projects in polymer chemistry, from lab to pilot scale, within a multidisciplinary team focused on sustainable polymers, advanced materials, and next-generation manufacturing technologies. Provide technical leadership, mentor junior scientists, and contribute to strategic innovation and business development. Work spans novel polymer synthesis, process optimisation, and commercialisation across high-impact sectors including batteries, coatings, and composites.

SRG Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £49,045 – £65,045 pa

Applied Scientist - All Levels

This role involves developing physical foundation models using machine learning to solve complex engineering and physics problems. You will translate real-world challenges into mathematical formulations, build scalable models for high-dimensional data, and collaborate with engineers and customers to deliver AI-driven simulation solutions. The position emphasizes research ownership, publication, and innovation in domains like aerospace, energy, and semiconductors.

PhysicsX United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Data Scientist

A Data Scientist in the Delivery team will work directly with customers and engineering teams to transform AI models into practical tools for solving complex physics and engineering challenges. The role involves preprocessing data, building deep learning models, and deploying scalable data pipelines integrated with simulation systems. Frequent travel and on-site collaboration with clients across multiple industries are key aspects of the position.

PhysicsX United Kingdom US$120,000 – US$240,000 pa

Research Scientist Polymer and Organic

Conduct hands-on laboratory and pilot-scale research in polymer and organic chemistry, focusing on sustainable materials, polymer synthesis, and formulation technologies. Support R&D projects involving process development, scale-up, and advanced manufacturing, with responsibilities spanning experimental design, data analysis, and cross-team collaboration. Work within a technology centre on innovative materials for commercial and collaborative applications.

SRG Sedgefield, County Durham, United Kingdom £26,939 – £43,727 pa

Head of Functional Polymeric and Particulate Materials Unit

Leads a multidisciplinary research unit focused on advanced polymeric and particulate materials, driving scientific strategy, innovation, and technology transfer. Oversees research groups, funding acquisition, and project portfolios in areas including sustainable polymers, nanocomposites, and additive manufacturing. Promotes scientific excellence while managing budgets, partnerships, and compliance within a high-performance RTO environment.

Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology Luxembourg - Luxembourg, Europe, United Kingdom €135 – €178 pa

Permanent

Laboratory Technician

The Laboratory Technician role involves conducting a variety of tests on filter materials and manufactured products, including tensile strength, permeability, and bead challenge testing. You'll also prepare and analyse samples, use SEM/EDX and microscopes, and produce technical reports for internal and external customers. The position is ideal for someone with a scientific background and a hands-on approach, offering opportunities to develop technical skills in an engineering environment.

Kingdom People Fareham, United Kingdom £28,000 – £32,000 pa

Synthetic Chemist

This role involves conducting laboratory-based synthesis and product development, designing and optimizing synthetic routes, and supporting new product development and technology expansion projects. The chemist will work closely with a multidisciplinary R&D team to deliver project objectives and troubleshoot technical challenges.

Reed Specialist Recruitment Yarnton, Oxfordshire, OX5 1NF, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Print Engineer

This hands-on senior engineering role involves developing and optimizing advanced printing and manufacturing processes for high-performance products. The candidate will lead process development, quality improvement, and technology transfer, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure reliable commercial production.

Mackie Myers Bn37Ed, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa

AMP - Acoustically assisted Manufacturing of functional Polymers

This PhD project focuses on developing acoustic methods to control particle organisation and crystallisation in polymer composites during manufacturing. The candidate will design and build an ultrasonic patterning system, conduct experiments from room temperature to 200°C, and characterise resulting materials using advanced techniques. The research aims to transition acoustic control from lab-scale to industrially relevant, high-temperature processing conditions.

University of Warwick Coventry, University Of Warwick, Warwick, Midlands Of England, United Kingdom £21 pa

Contract

Clinical Research Associate, South West England

Join IQVIA on our mission to accelerate innovation for a healthier world!IQVIA UK’s cFSP (sponsor-dedicated) team is growing and seeking experienced Clinical Research Associates in South West England.Why IQVIA?Career development opportunities to grow as we growAI-powered career advancement through our...

IQVIA Portishead, United Kingdom

Materials Engineer (Supply Chain)

Materials Engineer (Supply Chain)Safran Landing Systems - Gloucester (UK)HybridSafran - Here, we craft excellence together.Are you ready to contribute to ambitious projects and create a positive impact in the aerospace industry? At Safran, you'll work with the brightest minds and...

Safran Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior Materials Engineer

This role involves providing expert guidance on materials and processes to ensure the reliability and safety of electrical systems in aviation. The engineer will conduct in-depth material investigations, particularly focused on metallic materials and joining technologies, support R&D initiatives, and collaborate with suppliers and customers. Emphasis is placed on root cause analysis, technical reporting, and mentoring junior engineers within a high-integrity aerospace environment.

Safran Pitstone, Buckinghamshire, LU7 9QU, United Kingdom

Dobson Professorship of Materials Science and Metallurgy

The role involves leading a world-class research programme in energy materials and materials discovery, with a focus on accelerating the development and translation of functional electronic materials and devices. The successful candidate will drive interdisciplinary collaborations, secure major research initiatives, and contribute to teaching, supervision, and academic leadership within the Department. Research approaches may be experimental, computational, or hybrid, with strategic emphasis on automation and low-power electronics for ICT.

University of Cambridge Cambridge, South East England, United Kingdom

Permanent