Innovation Scientist

James Cropper Advanced Materials; Launceston; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advanced materials firm in Launceston is seeking an Innovation Specialist to drive the development of cutting-edge electrocatalysts for green hydrogen production. This role involves combining scientific expertise with strategic insight to bring innovative materials to market. Ideal candidates will possess a STEM degree and experience in electrochemical materials. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and making a real-world impact.

Benefits

Collaborative and inclusive environment

Opportunities for real-world impact

Supportive culture

Focus on safety and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM discipline.
• Proven experience in hydrogen fuel cells or electrolysers.
• Expertise in catalyst and coatings formulation.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for innovation.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development of electrocatalysts for green hydrogen applications.
• Translate market trends into product concepts.
• Drive projects from ideation to TRL/MRL 6.
• Conduct lab-based testing for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to bring innovations to life.
• Showcase thought leadership through presentations.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards.

Skills

Electrochemical materials

Collaboration

Communication

Innovation

Sustainability

Education

Postgraduate in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Are you a curious innovator with a passion for green energy and cutting-edge materials science? Do you thrive at the intersection of research, strategy, and sustainability? If so, we want to hear from you.

At James Cropper Advanced Materials, we’re on a mission to shape a cleaner, greener future. As a global leader in advanced materials, we’re pioneering solutions that power the transition to net zero. Now, we’re looking for a dynamic Innovation Specialist to join our team in Launceston and help drive the development of next-generation electrocatalysts and coatings for green hydrogen production.

Your Role in Our Vision

As an Innovation Specialist, you’ll be a key player in a cross-functional team, leading the charge from market insight to mid-stage product readiness. You’ll combine scientific expertise with strategic thinking to identify unmet needs, develop breakthrough technologies, and ensure our innovations are both commercially viable and environmentally impactful.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Spearheading the development of electrocatalysts and coatings for green hydrogen applications.
• Translating market trends and technical insights into high-potential product concepts.
• Driving projects from ideation to TRL/MRL 6 using robust stage gate processes.
• Conducting lab-based testing to evaluate performance, durability, and scalability.
• Collaborating with manufacturing, business development, and external partners to bring innovations to life.
• Showcasing thought leadership through whitepapers, technical presentations, and internal training.
• Ensuring compliance with ISO9001, Six Sigma, COSHH, and IP/export control standards.

What You Bring

• A degree in a STEM discipline (postgraduate in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering preferred).
• Proven experience in electrochemical materials, hydrogen fuel cells, or electrolysers.
• Expertise in catalyst and coatings formulation, synthesis, and testing.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and influencing skills.
• A strategic mindset, with a passion for innovation and sustainability.

This role involves working in an environment where certain materials may pose a health risk to individuals who smoke tobacco or nicotine products. For health and safety reasons, this role is only suitable for non-smokers. (Inc. e-cigarettes)

Why Join James Cropper?

• Be part of a forward-thinking company at the forefront of green technology.
• Work in a collaborative, inclusive environment that values curiosity and creativity.
• Make a real-world impact by contributing to the global energy transition.
• Enjoy a supportive culture that champions safety, responsibility, and continuous improvement.

If this sounds like you and you have an interest in working for James Cropper PLC please apply today!

We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier should we identify a suitable candidate or receive a sufficient volume of applications.

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