Polymer Scientist

Junior Polymer Scientist/Engineer

Permanent

London

£28000-£32000

Do you have experience in Polymer Research?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Scientist/Engineer to join a developing in-house team specialising in Polymer Research.

Established in 2006, my client have already made a huge influence in both the UK and international markets in mobile and PC products.

Specialising in impact protection they are looking to grow their team with someone who is eager to learn new techniques in a very entrepreneurial environment and work on ground breaking projects.

General duties include:

Carry out lab-scale polymer processing activities in order to produce material samples and test specimens.
Record processing conditions, and define processing guidelines for new materials.
Prepare materials specimens for testing.
Perform materials characterisation tests (impact, mechanical, optical, accelerated weathering) in accordance with internationally recognised testing procedures and standards.
Actively contribute to development of novel, in-house material characterisation methods.
Write laboratory reports, presenting obtained test results in a concise, clear manner.
Serve as a research assistant by performing and summarising literature surveys.
Participate in technical meetings and contribute to technical discussions regarding materials related research and development activities.
Work accurately, across multiple projects and produce high quality results under tight schedule requirements.

Candidate requirements include:

Either an educational background in one of the following disciplines- Polymer Engineering, Material Engineering, Chemical Engineering or relevant work experience.
Proven experience of undertaking Polymer research work.
Ability to adopt novel ideas to complete company requirements.
Be able to work to tight deadlines and on a number of projects simultaneously.
Excellent awareness of health and safety requirements in a processing/testing laboratory.
Understanding of research and development methodology.
Quickly learn new methodologies and develop new expertise.
Should be comfortable working in entrepreneurial way, seeking out and exploring ideas and opportunities, whilst maintaining day to day requirements.
Must be comfortable writing and presenting technical content to internal and external partners.
Able to work independently.

If you have the relevant skills/experience please or please apply