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Senior Researcher

South Bank, Redcar and Cleveland
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Are you a Materials Scientist or Metallurgist looking to apply your expertise in sustainable innovation?

Our client, a leading UK research institute, is seeking a Senior Researcher to join its Circular Economy Group. You’ll be working on high-impact R&D projects focused on the recovery and reuse of critical materials such as lithium and cobalt from industrial and consumer waste sources.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and deliver R&D projects focused on materials recovery.
Develop innovative processing techniques that support the circular economy.
Collaborate with clients, funders, and research partners.
Support the upscaling and commercialisation of sustainable technologies. Requirements:

Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy or related field.
R&D experience in materials processing or resource recovery.
Understanding of circular economy and foundation industries.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking institute at the forefront of decarbonisation and industrial transformation.

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