Materials Engineer - Recent PhD Graduate

Newton Colmore; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in Cambridge is seeking a recent PhD graduate in physics or electronics to join their team as a Materials Engineer. This exciting role focuses on developing next-generation materials aimed at decarbonizing emission-heavy devices. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, applying your academic knowledge to real-world challenges and contributing to groundbreaking projects. With a strong track record of bringing innovations to market, this position offers an excellent opportunity for career progression in a dynamic environment. If you are passionate about materials science and eager to make an impact, this could be the perfect first industry role for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Career Progression

Innovative Environment

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in materials from physics, materials science, or electronics.
• Understanding of experimental testing and data acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers and scientists on developing robust materials.
• Manage projects through the entire development process.

Skills

Experimental Testing

Data Acquisition

Theoretical Construction

Curiosity and Innovation

Education

PhD in Physics

PhD in Materials Science

PhD in Electronics

Job description

Materials Engineer - Recent PhD Graduate

A pioneer of novel instrumentation in Cambridge is seeking a research PhD graduate to work on next-generation materials. Newton Colmore is assisting with their search.

The company prefers a recent physics or electronics PhD graduate ready to apply academic knowledge in industry. You will work on complex projects aimed at developing robust and versatile materials to address various challenges across multiple applications. A key focus is using materials to decarbonise emission-heavy devices and systems.

You will collaborate with engineers and scientists in a multidisciplinary team, scoping new ideas and concepts, and managing these through the entire development process. The company has a strong track record of bringing innovations to market, and this role offers the opportunity to contribute to that legacy. Given the nature of the work, this could be an excellent first industry role, with exciting projects on the horizon.

To be considered, candidates should ideally possess:

• Strong academic background in materials, from physics, materials science, or electronics
• A curious personality and enthusiasm for developing new ideas
• Understanding of experimental testing and data acquisition
• Experience in constructing theories for new and existing materials

In return, the company offers a highly competitive package and excellent career progression within an innovative environment.

For more information, apply confidentially today. A member of our consulting team will contact you with further details.

Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialist recruitment firm, helping clients find expert engineers and scientists globally across medical devices, biotech, and climate technology. Founded in 2015, we connect inventors and innovators with impactful companies.