Formulation Scientist - Concrete Admixtures

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company focused on sustainable construction seeks a Formulation Scientist to innovate in low-carbon concrete technologies. Located at the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre in Manchester, you will lead the development of advanced admixture systems. Join a pioneering team at the forefront of materials science and make a significant impact in the fight against climate change.

Benefits

Access to training and workshops

Participate in team-building activities

Support for further education or certification

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in concrete admixture or chemical formulation development.
• Familiarity with nanomaterials and their incorporation into chemical systems.
• Strong organizational skills along with documentation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize formulations for graphene-enhanced concrete admixtures.
• Support scale-up from bench to pilot and production scale.
• Maintain clear technical records and contribute to internal documentation.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Material formulation

Process development

Communication

Time-management

Education

PhD or equivalent in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering

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Formulation Scientist - Concrete Admixtures, Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Location: Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre, University of Manchester

Type: Full-time, laboratory-based

About the Role

Concretene is advancing low-carbon concrete technologies through cutting-edge nanomaterial integration. We’re seeking a Formulation Scientist to lead the development, optimisation and scale-up of next-generation admixture systems incorporating advanced materials. Based at the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC), this role is ideal for a technically skilled, hands-on formulation chemist eager to innovate in sustainable construction materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise formulations for graphene-enhanced concrete admixtures, ensuring dispersion quality and product stability.
• Improve existing formulations through iterative R&D and targeted performance enhancements.
• Support scale-up from bench to pilot and production scale, collaborating with manufacturing teams.
• Maintain clear technical records and contribute to internal reports, presentations, and product data sheets.
• Liaise with multidisciplinary project teams, technical partners, and commercial stakeholders.
• PhD or equivalent industrial experience in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in concrete admixture or chemical formulation development, preferably including water-reducers, superplasticisers, or other performance-enhancing additives.
• Strong laboratory skills, with experience in material formulation, process development, and testing.
• Familiarity with nanomaterials and their incorporation into chemical systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present technical findings clearly.
• Strong organisational, documentation and time-management abilities.
• Experience in scale-up of formulations from lab to commercial production.
• Knowledge of admixture production processes and quality control practices.
• Prior experience collaborating with industry partners or R&D consortia.
• Awareness of low-carbon construction technologies and material sustainability.

What We Offer

• Work at the forefront of materials science, contributing to world-first applications of graphene-enhanced concrete.
• Collaborate with leading researchers and engineers at the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre (GEIC) and The University of Manchester.

Purpose-Driven Impact

• Be part of a mission to decarbonise the construction industry and tackle climate change through real-world innovation.
• Contribute to projects that have global significance in sustainable infrastructure.

Learning & Development

• Access to training, workshops and mentoring to support your technical and professional growth.
• Join a diverse, inclusive and multidisciplinary team that values curiosity, creativity and open communication.
• Participate in team-building activities and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Clear pathways for advancement within the lab and across research, engineering and project management roles.
• Support for further education or professional certification in materials science, civil engineering or sustainability.

Recognition & Contribution

• Your ideas and input will be valued - whether you're improving a process, solving a technical challenge, or shaping the future of sustainable construction.