Materials Science Research Scientist II – Industrial R&D

SRG; North East; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CPI is recruiting a Research Scientist to join its Materials Science team in a full-time, permanent role based in Sedgefield. You will conduct laboratory-based experiments, contribute to the development and testing of innovative materials, and work across multiple projects in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes practical research, materials characterisation, and data reporting, with opportunities to apply knowledge to sustainable materials, coatings, and related technologies.

Qualifications

• Industrial or applied research experience in materials.
• Experience designing, conducting and reporting experimental work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with clear reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out laboratory-based materials science experiments.
• Support delivery of customer and collaborative R&D projects.
• Characterise and evaluate materials using analytical and testing techniques.
• Conduct data analysis and interpret results.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and project documentation.
• Present findings to colleagues and customers.
• Support development and optimisation of novel materials and formulations.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and ensure quality standards.
• Contribute to safety reviews and good laboratory practice.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to solve technical challenges.

Skills

Materials science

Laboratory experience

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Materials Science or related field

Tools

FTIR

Raman spectroscopy

Microscopy

Job description

CPI is recruiting a Research Scientist to join its Materials Science team in a full-time, permanent role based in Sedgefield. You will conduct laboratory-based experiments, contribute to the development and testing of innovative materials, and work across multiple projects in a collaborative environment.

The role emphasizes practical research, materials characterisation, and data reporting, with opportunities to apply knowledge to sustainable materials, coatings, and related technologies.