MOF Integration Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in sustainable materials, NovNat, seeks a MOF Integration Scientist. This role involves advancing Metal-Organic Framework technology and needs a strong background in materials science. You'll enhance binder systems, develop integration protocols, and collaborate with the R&D team. The environment is flexible and intellectually stimulating, focusing on real-world impact.

Benefits

Access to stock option pool

Flexible working environment

Supportive and intellectually stimulating environment

Qualifications

• Strong background in materials science or surface chemistry required.
• Hands-on experience with binder systems (organic/inorganic).
• Familiarity with MOF materials and processing is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize coating and integration protocols for various substrates.
• Conduct experimental testing and characterization using techniques like SEM, XRD, FTIR.
• Collaborate with CSO and R&D team to translate lab findings into scalable solutions.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

MSc or PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field

Tools

Materials Characterization Techniques

Surface/Interface Analysis

Job description

Job Description

MOF Integration Scientist – Binder Optimization & Substrate Engineering

Location: Dudley, UK

Full-time | Immediate Start

NovNat is pioneering the next of sustainable materials with our proprietary Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) technology. We are seeking ahighly motivated scientistto support our Chief Scientific Officer in advancing the integration of our MOF onto diverse substrates.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong background inmaterials science orsurface chemistry and a passion for applied research and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Continue and expand current work on binder systemsto improve MOF adhesion, mechanical stability, and packing density.
• Develop and optimizecoating and integration protocolsfor various substrates including characterising and optimising rheological behaviour.
• Conductexperimental testing and characterizationusing techniques such as SEM, XRD, FTIR, TGA, and mechanical testing.
• Collaborate closely with the CSO and R&D team to translate lab-scale findings into scalable, real-world solutions.
• Document findings and contribute to internal knowledge sharing and IP development.

What We’re Looking For

• MSc or PhD inMaterials Science, Chemistry, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience withbinder systems(organic/inorganic).
• Familiarity withMOF materialsand their processing is a strong plus.
• Proficiency inmaterials characterizationand surface/interface analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative, proactive mindset.

Why Join NovNat?

• Be part of a mission-driven team tackling global sustainability challenges.
• Work on cutting-edge materials with real-world impact.
• Enjoy a flexible, supportive, and intellectually stimulating environment.
• £35-45k salary (dependent on experience)
• Access to stock option pool, enabling you to share in the success and growth of NovNat

Interested?

Send your CV and a short cover letter [e-mail]. Please ensure the subject line starts with CHEM002: MOF Integration Scientist.

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