Pharma Materials Scientist: Particle Size & Microscopy

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Wirral; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor is recruiting a Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist for their Wirral laboratory. This hands-on role covers particle size analysis, microscopy, and material characterisation, supporting development and investigative testing in pharmaceutical materials.

You will perform physical and analytical testing, record data accurately, troubleshoot issues, and help implement new equipment and processes. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or related field with

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Science or related subject.
• 1–2+ years' relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with particle size analysis and microscopy is desirable.
• Experience with XRF, XRD is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Carry out particle size analysis, microscopy and material characterisation.
• Perform physical and analytical testing of pharmaceutical materials.
• Record and interpret laboratory data accurately and troubleshoot issues.
• Support new equipment and process implementation.

Skills

Particle size analysis

Microscopy

Powder flow characterization

BET surface area testing

Physical testing of materials

Analytical laboratory equipment use

Data recording & interpretation

Equipment implementation support

Education

Chemistry / Materials Science / Pharmaceutical Science degree

Tools

XRF

XRD

Job description

Russell Taylor is recruiting a Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist for their Wirral laboratory. This hands-on role covers particle size analysis, microscopy, and material characterisation, supporting development and investigative testing in pharmaceutical materials.

You will perform physical and analytical testing, record data accurately, troubleshoot issues, and help implement new equipment and processes. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or related field with