Senior Material Scientist: Natural Polymers & Packaging

Notpla Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A sustainability-focused packaging company is seeking a Senior Material Scientist to lead natural polymer development and collaborate with diverse teams in addressing material challenges. The role requires expertise in Materials Science and Polymer Chemistry, with a strong focus on hands-on work with natural materials. Offering a competitive salary of £38,000 - £45,000 plus EMI Share Options and a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

EMI Share Options

Zero-carbon pension scheme

Discounts with local businesses

Subsidised social activities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience working with biopolyesters, natural rubbers, and seaweed.
• Experience with PET recycling or polymer extrusion is desirable.
• Experience with PET recycling or polymer extrusion is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Play a central scientific role in a large funded consortium project.
• Conduct feasibility studies and fast-paced discovery projects.
• Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams.
• Develop formulations that meet performance and sustainability targets.
• Mentor colleagues to develop their technical skills.

Skills

Materials Science

Polymer Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Experience with natural materials

Education

Degree in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Experimental Design

Data Analysis

Job description

A sustainability-focused packaging company is seeking a Senior Material Scientist to lead natural polymer development and collaborate with diverse teams in addressing material challenges. The role requires expertise in Materials Science and Polymer Chemistry, with a strong focus on hands-on work with natural materials. Offering a competitive salary of £38,000 - £45,000 plus EMI Share Options and a dynamic work environment.