R&D Technician/Assistant Scientist

at  p2i

Are you looking to develop your career in R&D with a global industry leader?
We are searching for either an R&D Technician or Assistant Scientist, depending on experience, to join P2i’s Global Product Integration team. The successful candidate will provide technical support by undertaking various projects around sample preparation, processing operations and analysis of functional nano-coatings.
You will perform scientific experiments and laboratory tests alongside other scientists and technicians, be involved in reporting and presenting findings, and collaborate with colleagues across the wider business.
This is a great opportunity for an entry-level/early career candidate with a relevant materials science background to gain valuable industry exposure, enhance their skills and progress within a fast-paced R&D environment.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree in Materials Science, Surface Science or Chemistry.
• Relevant prior industry experience preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Degree level knowledge of Chemistry, Physics, and/or Materials Science (Physical Sciences preferred).
• Established experience in laboratory based experimental work.
• Ability to collate and analyse experimental data, report data to line manager/senior scientists.
• Good communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work as part of project team & build relationships with colleagues at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure to achieve goals to agreed timing.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Word).
• Motivated to deliver practical results & flexible to changing requirements.
• Professional and positive outlook to all tasks and requests from line and project manager.
• Effective planning and organisation skills - ability to balance multiple tasks and prioritise critical tasks.
• Demonstrate a good eye for detail and use of initiative.
• Able to make suggestions and contribute to technical discussions and debates.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in product, process and/or R&D development.
• Experience in Standard Operating Procedure writing.
• Workshop experience.
• Background in the development of barrier coatings for protection from electrochemical corrosion.
• An understanding of polymer chemistry, coating growth mechanisms and characterisation.Hands on experience or understanding of surface analytical techniques such as SEM/EDX, AFM, XPS, SIMS or standard materials analysis techniques such as XRD, FTIR DSC, TGA

Please refer the Job description for details