Material Scientist

E3recruitment; Accrington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chemical manufacturing company in the UK is seeking an experienced Material Scientist to join their team in Accrington. This full‑time, permanent role involves conducting laboratory work, improving testing protocols, and engaging with clients to provide technical solutions. Candidates should have a Master’s or PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science, along with relevant knowledge and experience. This position offers excellent career progression and a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science.
• Working knowledge of materials characterisation, polymer testing, or synthetic chemistry applied in industry is highly desirable.
• Confidence in working autonomously and managing third‑party contract and technical customer relationships is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory work to synthesise and characterise inorganic compounds.
• Improve testing protocols, including equipment procurement and training colleagues.
• Test the performance of polymeric and coating systems.
• Engage with customers to understand requirements and develop technical solutions.
• Develop and refine structure–property relationships for polymers and coatings.
• Support the development of new materials and products.
• Assist with scaling up new or improved products.

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Material Scientist to join a established chemical manufacturing company that is investing heavily in its future. This role offers excellent progression and development opportunities, a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000, and a strong benefits package. As a full‑time, permanent position based at the Accrington site, it is an ideal next step for a Material Scientist looking to contribute to innovation within a growing business. The company is committed to long‑term investment, creating a great environment for a candidate seeking a technical challenge.

Roles & Responsibilities for Material Scientist

• Conduct laboratory work to synthesise and characterise inorganic compounds and related structures as part of your development as a Material Scientist
• Improve testing protocols, including equipment procurement and training colleagues in new methods
• Test the performance of polymeric and coating systems containing inorganic additives
• Engage with customers and prospective clients to understand their requirements and develop technical solutions that meet their needs
• Develop and refine structure–property relationships for polymers and coatings incorporating inorganic materials
• Support the development of new materials and products, progressing formulations from laboratory scale to pilot‑plant scale
• Assist with scaling up new or improved products to pilot and full manufacturing scale

Qualifications and Experience Required for Material Scientist

• Master’s degree or PhD in Chemistry or Materials Science
• Working knowledge of materials characterisation, polymer testing, or synthetic chemistry applied in industry is highly desirable
• Confidence in working autonomously and managing third‑party contract and technical customer relationships is advantageous

If you like the sound of the Material Scientist position and would like to be considered, please follow the apply process and submit your most up-to-date CV. Kate Wadsworth is overseeing this role and can provide more information after a successful application, or you can contact our office for support.