Senior Scientist: Cement, Carbon Utilisation & CCU Innovations

Concrete4Change Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering technology firm in Nottingham seeks a Senior Research Lead / Construction Materials Specialist to drive innovation in carbon capture and construction materials. The role involves leading technology development, managing experiments, and mentoring a team. A PhD and over 10 years of industrial experience are essential. Benefits include private health insurance and a competitive performance-based bonus.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Government-backed pension scheme

Performance-based bonus

Share options

Regular team meals

Qualifications

• PhD required in relevant field.
• 10+ years' industrial experience in construction materials.
• Experience in laboratory setup and equipment procurement.
• Deep understanding of cement and concrete chemistry.
• Experience in carbon capture technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of new technologies in CO adsorption.
• Design and manage construction materials experiments.
• Procure and commission testing infrastructure.
• Mentor team in evaluating CCU techniques.
• Bridge research outputs with practical applications.

Skills

Cement chemistry

Carbon capture

Materials performance

Independent research

Team leadership

Education

PhD in Construction Materials Science, Civil Engineering, or Chemistry

Tools

HSE compliance knowledge

Job description

A pioneering technology firm in Nottingham seeks a Senior Research Lead / Construction Materials Specialist to drive innovation in carbon capture and construction materials. The role involves leading technology development, managing experiments, and mentoring a team. A PhD and over 10 years of industrial experience are essential. Benefits include private health insurance and a competitive performance-based bonus.