Lead Materials Scientist — Coatings & Functional Materials

SRG; Sedgefield; Presencial; GBP 35.000 - 53.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

CPI, located in the United Kingdom, is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Materials Science to lead complex R&D programs focused on functional materials and coatings. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and translating science into practical industry solutions.

The successful candidate will guide multi-project delivery, work with customers and partners, and mentor junior scientists while maintaining high standards of safety and reporting.

Formación

• Experience leading medium to large R&D projects in a materials context.
• Ability to translate scientific understanding into practical, real-world solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead technical delivery of medium to large R&D projects for customers and collaborators.
• Provide scientific direction and mentorship to project teams.
• Plan and execute experiments on materials development, characterisation and formulation.
• Develop innovative solutions for functional materials and coatings.
• Interpret and present technical data and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Build relationships with customers, partners and academia.
• Support business development and future project opportunities.
• Coach junior scientists to strengthen team capability.
• Maintain high safety, quality and technical reporting standards.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Mentoring

Scientific communication

Educación

Materials Science

Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Physics

Descripción del empleo

CPI, located in the United Kingdom, is seeking a Senior Research Scientist in Materials Science to lead complex R&D programs focused on functional materials and coatings. The role emphasizes leadership, collaboration, and translating science into practical industry solutions.

The successful candidate will guide multi-project delivery, work with customers and partners, and mentor junior scientists while maintaining high standards of safety and reporting.