Staff Scientist

Matthey; Devon and Torbay, Milton; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Annual Incentive Plan

Employee Assistance Program (Assist)

Paid Volunteering opportunities

Employee recognition programme

Wellbeing programs and campaigns

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in Devon is seeking a CAS Global Staff Scientist to advance catalysis and emissions-control technologies. You will design and lead research programs, manage budgets, and collaborate with global teams.

The role also involves presenting to customers, contributing to university collaborations, and helping shape sustainable solutions for a circular future. JM values inclusivity and offers country-specific benefits as part of a global package.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemistry or related field, or a relevant Bachelor's with industry experience.
• Strong technical expertise in heterogeneous catalysis.
• Hands-on experience in catalyst preparation and testing.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Strong planning and ability to manage complex research projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead IDEA and EVALUATE phase NPI workstreams aligned to CAS strategy and business objectives.
• Design research programmes to develop new catalysts, materials and emission control technologies.
• Manage project budgets, milestones, risks and phase reviews while ensuring effective stakeholder communication.
• Build strong partnerships across global development hubs, commercial teams, business development and operations.
• Support customer engagement through technical presentations, training and advanced catalyst system design guidance.
• Contribute to external collaborations, including university research programmes and future technology opportunities.

Skills

Catalysis expertise

Catalyst preparation

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in Chemistry or related field

Bachelor's degree with relevant industry experience

Tools

Material characterisation

Catalyst testing

Electrochemistry

Job description

Job title: CAS Global Staff Scientist
Location: Devon PA

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a CAS Global Staff Scientist, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges - cutting emissions, powering modern life and supporting life-saving technologies - by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

The role:

As a CAS Global Staff Scientist, you will help drive our goals by:

• Leading IDEA and EVALUATE phase NPI workstreams aligned to CAS strategy and business objectives.
• Designing and delivering research programmes to develop new catalysts, materials and emission control technologies.
• Managing project budgets, milestones, risks and phase reviews while ensuring effective stakeholder communication.
• Building strong partnerships across global development hubs, commercial teams, business development and operations.
• Supporting customer engagement through technical presentations, training and advanced catalyst system design guidance.
• Contributing to external collaborations, including university research programmes and future technology opportunities.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, ElectroChemistry, Electro Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline, or a Bachelor's degree with relevant industry experience.
• Strong technical expertise in heterogeneous catalysis.
• Hands-on experience in catalyst preparation, catalytic reaction testing and material characterisation.
• Excellent analytical skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Strong planning and organisational capabilities, with experience managing complex research projects.
• Self-motivated approach with the ability to collaborate effectively across global and multicultural teams.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We offer country-specific benefits to support our employees’ wellbeing, in addition to global benefits such as:

• Competitive Annual Incentive Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (Assist)
• Paid Volunteering opportunities
• Employee recognition programme
• Wellbeing programs and campaigns

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.