Fire Scientist Full-time, on-site (5 days per week) Shape the Future of Product Fire Performance with Saint-Gobain Interior Solutions. At Saint-Gobain, we design, manufacture, and distribute materials and solutions that improve the comfort, performance, and sustainability of buildings. Our purpose is clear: to make the world a better home . As part of our Interior Solutions division, you'll contribute to innovative products that shape safer, more sustainable spaces for millions of people. About the Role We're looking for a Fire Scientist to join our Central Production Development team and become the go-to expert for fire performance across our product range of plaster, plasterboard and insulation. What you'll do Act as a fire performance specialist for our products. Conduct small scale fire testing on our products and analyse results to drive improvements. Analyse full scale fire performance providing suitable improvement recommendations Design and develop laboratory test methods that can be scaled to plant operations. Introduce and evaluate new additives to enhance fire performance. Produce technical reports Support teams in problem solving product performance issues relating to system fire performance Collaborate with internal teams and support the implementation of new test methods. What we're looking for Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline. Experience in fire testing, fire performance, or fire-related R&D. Strong technical report writing and data analysis skills. Comfortable working in a laboratory environment. Ability to develop and implement new test methods. Knowledge of relevant standards and experimental design principles. What we offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. A supportive environment focused on safety, sustainability, and innovation. Why join us? You'll be part of a collaborative team of 18, working closely with 7 central scientists and reporting to the Process & Performance Lead. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will directly influence product safety and innovation. About us Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. Are SGIS An Inclusive employer? We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us. And what about flexibility? At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen. If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!
Mar 05, 2026
Full time
Fire Scientist Full-time, on-site (5 days per week) Shape the Future of Product Fire Performance with Saint-Gobain Interior Solutions. At Saint-Gobain, we design, manufacture, and distribute materials and solutions that improve the comfort, performance, and sustainability of buildings. Our purpose is clear: to make the world a better home . As part of our Interior Solutions division, you'll contribute to innovative products that shape safer, more sustainable spaces for millions of people. About the Role We're looking for a Fire Scientist to join our Central Production Development team and become the go-to expert for fire performance across our product range of plaster, plasterboard and insulation. What you'll do Act as a fire performance specialist for our products. Conduct small scale fire testing on our products and analyse results to drive improvements. Analyse full scale fire performance providing suitable improvement recommendations Design and develop laboratory test methods that can be scaled to plant operations. Introduce and evaluate new additives to enhance fire performance. Produce technical reports Support teams in problem solving product performance issues relating to system fire performance Collaborate with internal teams and support the implementation of new test methods. What we're looking for Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline. Experience in fire testing, fire performance, or fire-related R&D. Strong technical report writing and data analysis skills. Comfortable working in a laboratory environment. Ability to develop and implement new test methods. Knowledge of relevant standards and experimental design principles. What we offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. A supportive environment focused on safety, sustainability, and innovation. Why join us? You'll be part of a collaborative team of 18, working closely with 7 central scientists and reporting to the Process & Performance Lead. This is a hands-on role where your expertise will directly influence product safety and innovation. About us Saint-Gobain is a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, following our purpose of 'Making the World a Better Home'. We play a part in improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world. Are SGIS An Inclusive employer? We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us. And what about flexibility? At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role. Whilst we can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting, we do promise to listen. If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!
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.
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
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.
The Role At Notpla, we're at the forefront of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that are carefully engineered to help build a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we're an innovative, action-oriented scale-up developing and manufacturing uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants. As a Senior Material Scientist, you'll spearhead scientific and technological breakthroughs, playing a pivotal role in developing natural polymer technologies to replace plastic. This role will suit someone with a background in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering, with hands-on experience working with natural materials such as biopolyesters, rubbers, resins, seaweed, and/or processes such as PET recycling or polymer extrusion. This is an exciting time to join Notpla - we're on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on track for major growth in the next 18-24 months. To support this, we have just secured a £20 million Series A+ fundraise, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever. Beyond offering meaningful roles and a vibrant working environment, Notpla provides competitive compensation, including EMI Share Options, a zero-carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office-first hybrid working policy lets you work in the way that maximises your productivity while maintaining a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere. We're a social business with regular clubs and events, and we're proud of how our diverse, mission-driven community works together to make plastic disappear. Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take ownership of their domain, enjoying a high degree of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture reflected in our working policies, environment, and people. As a Senior Material Scientist, you'll balance fast-paced feasibility initiatives with in-depth polymer and process development. Your work will be highly hands-on and collaborative, engaging with cross-disciplinary teams and international partners. You'll tackle complex materials challenges, coordinate trials, scout novel natural polymer opportunities, and engage with a network of scientific experts and labs to bring innovation to life. Within the Innovation Team, you'll thrive in a setting that embraces ambiguity and agile ways of working. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues from diverse backgrounds - such as design, engineering, and business - to develop new materials and products. A true innovator, you'll explore the unknown, constantly learning and pushing the boundaries of science rooted in nature. Key Responsibilities Play a central scientific role in Notpla's in a large funded consortium project, executing and coordinating polymer chemistry activities across the consortium. Pioneer new approaches to polymer synthesis from abundant natural materials. Conduct feasibility studies and fast-paced discovery projects to address material science and packaging challenges. Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams - including designers, engineers, seaweed specialists, and business development managers - to solve complex problems. Identify, source, and test natural materials; develop formulations that meet performance, sustainability, and cost targets. Design and execute experiments, analyse data, and present findings to drive decision-making and project progress. Stay up to date with the latest scientific and industry advancements, integrating new knowledge into projects. Contribute to the development of intellectual property, including patents and trade secrets. Provide technical input for grant and client proposals to secure funding. Lead in-depth development projects to advance the understanding of seaweed and biomaterials for packaging applications. Characterise polymer structures, reactions, and material behaviour, and conduct performance, shelf-life, and compatibility studies. Represent Notpla to external partners, academic institutions, and commercial labs; coordinate third-party testing as needed. Develop technical strategies and approaches to solve key challenges. Mentor colleagues (scientists, designers, engineers) to help develop their technical skills and support their project work. Plan and manage your own workload effectively. Salary £38,000 - £45,000 + EMI Share Options
Mar 04, 2026
Full time
The Role At Notpla, we're at the forefront of sustainable innovation, creating natural alternatives to single-use plastic packaging that are carefully engineered to help build a healthier planet. Founded on the belief that nature knows best, we're an innovative, action-oriented scale-up developing and manufacturing uncompromisingly natural packaging solutions from seaweed and plants. As a Senior Material Scientist, you'll spearhead scientific and technological breakthroughs, playing a pivotal role in developing natural polymer technologies to replace plastic. This role will suit someone with a background in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering, with hands-on experience working with natural materials such as biopolyesters, rubbers, resins, seaweed, and/or processes such as PET recycling or polymer extrusion. This is an exciting time to join Notpla - we're on the brink of a record-breaking year for revenue and on track for major growth in the next 18-24 months. To support this, we have just secured a £20 million Series A+ fundraise, enabling us to scale our growth and environmental impact faster than ever. Beyond offering meaningful roles and a vibrant working environment, Notpla provides competitive compensation, including EMI Share Options, a zero-carbon pension scheme, discounts with local businesses, and subsidised social activities. Our office-first hybrid working policy lets you work in the way that maximises your productivity while maintaining a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere. We're a social business with regular clubs and events, and we're proud of how our diverse, mission-driven community works together to make plastic disappear. Led by strong values, all Notpla employees are encouraged to take ownership of their domain, enjoying a high degree of autonomy. Our aim is to build an inspiring culture reflected in our working policies, environment, and people. As a Senior Material Scientist, you'll balance fast-paced feasibility initiatives with in-depth polymer and process development. Your work will be highly hands-on and collaborative, engaging with cross-disciplinary teams and international partners. You'll tackle complex materials challenges, coordinate trials, scout novel natural polymer opportunities, and engage with a network of scientific experts and labs to bring innovation to life. Within the Innovation Team, you'll thrive in a setting that embraces ambiguity and agile ways of working. You'll collaborate closely with colleagues from diverse backgrounds - such as design, engineering, and business - to develop new materials and products. A true innovator, you'll explore the unknown, constantly learning and pushing the boundaries of science rooted in nature. Key Responsibilities Play a central scientific role in Notpla's in a large funded consortium project, executing and coordinating polymer chemistry activities across the consortium. Pioneer new approaches to polymer synthesis from abundant natural materials. Conduct feasibility studies and fast-paced discovery projects to address material science and packaging challenges. Collaborate closely with cross-disciplinary teams - including designers, engineers, seaweed specialists, and business development managers - to solve complex problems. Identify, source, and test natural materials; develop formulations that meet performance, sustainability, and cost targets. Design and execute experiments, analyse data, and present findings to drive decision-making and project progress. Stay up to date with the latest scientific and industry advancements, integrating new knowledge into projects. Contribute to the development of intellectual property, including patents and trade secrets. Provide technical input for grant and client proposals to secure funding. Lead in-depth development projects to advance the understanding of seaweed and biomaterials for packaging applications. Characterise polymer structures, reactions, and material behaviour, and conduct performance, shelf-life, and compatibility studies. Represent Notpla to external partners, academic institutions, and commercial labs; coordinate third-party testing as needed. Develop technical strategies and approaches to solve key challenges. Mentor colleagues (scientists, designers, engineers) to help develop their technical skills and support their project work. Plan and manage your own workload effectively. Salary £38,000 - £45,000 + EMI Share Options
Job Title: Sustainable Packaging Materials Scientist Location: Port Sunlight Research Lab JOB PURPOSE Unilever is committed to creating a waste free world through its ambitious Packaging Strategy - We are taking on the toughest challenges to make our vision a reality. We are re inventing our product packaging and materials to craft the sustainability journey towards our ambition of circular, waste free and net zero future. To achieve these goals, we need completely new packaging materials and technologies that are yet to be discovered. Our industry leading material science program strives to change our industry for good, transforming the traditional packaging sector into a next generation technical industry where entrepreneurial passion meets science backed innovations. We are looking for a creative, dedicated and ambitious individual with an innovative mindset who shares our passion for the challenge. The One Packaging R&D Centre aims to create a waste free, net zero packaging portfolio through a world class packaging materials capability with strong partnerships and ecosystems. The Centre will enable and accelerate the creation of novel packaging solutions to help meet Unilever's packaging ambitions and completely revolutionise our packaging with a particular focus on our flexibles portfolio. It is the place where future scientific leaders of the business are created. We are a high performing, diverse and inclusive team of dynamic entrepreneurial people with a strong scientific background, courage and curiosity, and passion for sustainability and delivery that will have a positive impact on the planet. RESPONSIBILITIES Support the selection, application, and optimisation of inks, coatings, and overprint varnishes on flexible substrates to meet performance and sustainability requirements. Assess and help interpret the physical, chemical, and surface properties of fibre based and film substrates to ensure compatibility with coatings and printing solutions. Contribute to coating and ink evaluation by applying established analytical and characterisation approaches to assess adhesion, barrier behaviour, durability, and overall performance. Provide day to day technical support to the team, including sample preparation, test execution, data collection, and basic troubleshooting. Support scale up activities from lab to pilot trials by preparing materials, assisting with trial execution, resolving routine issues, and documenting processing conditions. Contribute to experimental design and project planning, helping to generate data driven insights, hypotheses, and recommendations that advance program objectives and support claims or IP development. Maintain high quality documentation, contribute to SOP creation, ensure reliable testing practices, and help prepare data packages for internal reviews, sustainability claims, or IP filings. Engage with external partners and suppliers to gather information or samples and support the evaluation of new technologies, while fostering strong relationships across the internal R&D community. Plan and execute work with increasing autonomy, collaborating with program leaders to deliver activities aligned with project milestones. Work with digital experts and use digital tools to support material selection, data interpretation, and process optimisation. ALL ABOUT YOU We are looking for someone that shares our passion for innovation, applied material science and sustainability, and the drive to take our paper packaging portfolio to the next level. Our Packaging strategy is not just about understanding and developing new materials - it's about making smart decisions on how, when, and where to use them. You will be part of a multi disciplinary project team ethos where everybody contributes to achieving the same goal. What you will bring A higher education qualification in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Science, Printing & Coating Technology, Paper Technology, or a closely related discipline. Experience in industrially relevant materials development and/or characterisation. Working knowledge of coatings, inks, and overprint varnishes for fibre based and/or film substrates, with the ability to build deeper understanding of how application methods and substrate interactions influence performance, is highly desirable. Practical experience working with coatings, inks, or overprint varnishes in a laboratory environment, and familiarity with fundamental characterisation approaches used to assess performance, is highly desirable. Experience supporting scale up or pilot activities, including sample preparation, troubleshooting minor issues, and documenting processing conditions. Competent in the use of laboratory equipment and data analysis, with a proactive, problem solving approach and strong analytical skills for interpreting data and identifying business relevant insights. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams and to build constructive working relationships with internal and external partners to support project delivery. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical findings clearly to a range of audiences. Must be creative, highly passionate, willing to think big and inspire both the team, stakeholders and customers. NOTES Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment. Whilst the role is advertised on a full time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. Diversity at Unilever Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please refer to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Unilever.
Mar 03, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Sustainable Packaging Materials Scientist Location: Port Sunlight Research Lab JOB PURPOSE Unilever is committed to creating a waste free world through its ambitious Packaging Strategy - We are taking on the toughest challenges to make our vision a reality. We are re inventing our product packaging and materials to craft the sustainability journey towards our ambition of circular, waste free and net zero future. To achieve these goals, we need completely new packaging materials and technologies that are yet to be discovered. Our industry leading material science program strives to change our industry for good, transforming the traditional packaging sector into a next generation technical industry where entrepreneurial passion meets science backed innovations. We are looking for a creative, dedicated and ambitious individual with an innovative mindset who shares our passion for the challenge. The One Packaging R&D Centre aims to create a waste free, net zero packaging portfolio through a world class packaging materials capability with strong partnerships and ecosystems. The Centre will enable and accelerate the creation of novel packaging solutions to help meet Unilever's packaging ambitions and completely revolutionise our packaging with a particular focus on our flexibles portfolio. It is the place where future scientific leaders of the business are created. We are a high performing, diverse and inclusive team of dynamic entrepreneurial people with a strong scientific background, courage and curiosity, and passion for sustainability and delivery that will have a positive impact on the planet. RESPONSIBILITIES Support the selection, application, and optimisation of inks, coatings, and overprint varnishes on flexible substrates to meet performance and sustainability requirements. Assess and help interpret the physical, chemical, and surface properties of fibre based and film substrates to ensure compatibility with coatings and printing solutions. Contribute to coating and ink evaluation by applying established analytical and characterisation approaches to assess adhesion, barrier behaviour, durability, and overall performance. Provide day to day technical support to the team, including sample preparation, test execution, data collection, and basic troubleshooting. Support scale up activities from lab to pilot trials by preparing materials, assisting with trial execution, resolving routine issues, and documenting processing conditions. Contribute to experimental design and project planning, helping to generate data driven insights, hypotheses, and recommendations that advance program objectives and support claims or IP development. Maintain high quality documentation, contribute to SOP creation, ensure reliable testing practices, and help prepare data packages for internal reviews, sustainability claims, or IP filings. Engage with external partners and suppliers to gather information or samples and support the evaluation of new technologies, while fostering strong relationships across the internal R&D community. Plan and execute work with increasing autonomy, collaborating with program leaders to deliver activities aligned with project milestones. Work with digital experts and use digital tools to support material selection, data interpretation, and process optimisation. ALL ABOUT YOU We are looking for someone that shares our passion for innovation, applied material science and sustainability, and the drive to take our paper packaging portfolio to the next level. Our Packaging strategy is not just about understanding and developing new materials - it's about making smart decisions on how, when, and where to use them. You will be part of a multi disciplinary project team ethos where everybody contributes to achieving the same goal. What you will bring A higher education qualification in Materials Science, Polymer Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Packaging Science, Printing & Coating Technology, Paper Technology, or a closely related discipline. Experience in industrially relevant materials development and/or characterisation. Working knowledge of coatings, inks, and overprint varnishes for fibre based and/or film substrates, with the ability to build deeper understanding of how application methods and substrate interactions influence performance, is highly desirable. Practical experience working with coatings, inks, or overprint varnishes in a laboratory environment, and familiarity with fundamental characterisation approaches used to assess performance, is highly desirable. Experience supporting scale up or pilot activities, including sample preparation, troubleshooting minor issues, and documenting processing conditions. Competent in the use of laboratory equipment and data analysis, with a proactive, problem solving approach and strong analytical skills for interpreting data and identifying business relevant insights. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional teams and to build constructive working relationships with internal and external partners to support project delivery. Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical findings clearly to a range of audiences. Must be creative, highly passionate, willing to think big and inspire both the team, stakeholders and customers. NOTES Not only do we offer a competitive salary and pension scheme, we also offer an annual bonus, subsidised gym membership, a discounted staff shop and shares. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with our renowned and exciting brands in a flexible and hybrid working environment. Whilst the role is advertised on a full time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We are a key advocate of wellbeing and offer a variety of support for our people including hubs, programmes and development opportunities. We strive to achieve a family friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all. Diversity at Unilever Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please refer to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion at Unilever.
A leading consumer goods company in the UK is seeking a Sustainable Packaging Materials Scientist to enhance its packaging strategy. This role involves researching innovative materials and optimising existing ones to create sustainable packaging solutions. The ideal candidate will have a background in Materials Science and experience in packaging technologies. A collaborative ethos is essential for success in this position, along with a passion for sustainability and innovation in packaging materials.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
A leading consumer goods company in the UK is seeking a Sustainable Packaging Materials Scientist to enhance its packaging strategy. This role involves researching innovative materials and optimising existing ones to create sustainable packaging solutions. The ideal candidate will have a background in Materials Science and experience in packaging technologies. A collaborative ethos is essential for success in this position, along with a passion for sustainability and innovation in packaging materials.
About Unique Through sharing knowledge and lived experience, Unique helps families and professionals navigate the world of chromosome and gene disorders. Unique is a charity that provides accurate and accessible information to empower those looking for answers. Alongside this, we act as a facilitator, helping people connect with each other to share their experiences of rare gene and chromosome disorders. We work with anyone who has been affected by, or wants to know more about, rare chromosome or gene disorders - whether that s an individual, a family, a carer, a doctor or a scientist. We believe that by working together, we can find new ways to support and celebrate people living truly unique lives. Unique has over 30,000 members (individuals, families and professionals) globally, but our office is based in Oxted, Surrey, UK. The Role This role will develop, support and manage a network of volunteers across England to help build both virtual and local communities for families affected by rare chromosome and gene disorders. This role will lead on the recruitment, training and ongoing support of volunteers from the Unique membership to ensure they feel confident, connected and valued in their roles. Working closely with the Engagement and Communications Officer, the postholder will also help plan and run a programme of virtual events and online activities tailored to the needs of our members and encouraging supportive peer relationships between them. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with experience of volunteer management and community engagement. You ll enjoy building relationships, empowering others, and creating opportunities for people to connect and support one another. This is a hybrid role which includes occasional working in our Oxted office to build relationships with our small, friendly team, as well as time spent on the ground with volunteers in different regions. The role will involve regular travel across England, with occasional weekend and evening work (for which time off in lieu will be provided). We are committed to inclusion, equality and diversity and welcome applicants from all parts of the community. Key Responsibilities • Develop and deliver Unique s volunteer strategy, ensuring volunteers are effectively supported and engaged • Recruit, train and induct new volunteers, and develop resources, training materials and recognition schemes for volunteers • Provide regular communication, guidance and supervision to volunteers, ensuring their wellbeing and satisfaction • Build a strong sense of community through a programme of face to face and virtual meet-ups and workshops • Work in partnership with volunteers and members to creatively use online communication channels to promote community connections • Maintain up-to-date volunteer records and ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection and health & safety policies • Coordinate and support volunteer involvement at family events, conferences, webinars and local meet-ups • Work collaboratively with the staff team to promote volunteering opportunities and celebrate volunteer contributions • Monitor and report on volunteer engagement, diversity and impact Person Specification Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Essential qualities, skills and experience Experience of recruiting, training and supporting volunteers Experience of working in community engagement or outreach Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by families affected by health or disability issues Ability to work both independently and as part of a team A flexible, can-do attitude and creative approach to problem solving Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using online collaboration tools and databases A commitment to the aims and values of Unique Desirable qualities, skills and experience Experience working in the charity or health/disability sector Experience of online community management or peer support programmes Knowledge of safeguarding principles and best practice in volunteer management Additional requirements Willing to travel regularly across England Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends A DBS check will be required prior to appointment
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
About Unique Through sharing knowledge and lived experience, Unique helps families and professionals navigate the world of chromosome and gene disorders. Unique is a charity that provides accurate and accessible information to empower those looking for answers. Alongside this, we act as a facilitator, helping people connect with each other to share their experiences of rare gene and chromosome disorders. We work with anyone who has been affected by, or wants to know more about, rare chromosome or gene disorders - whether that s an individual, a family, a carer, a doctor or a scientist. We believe that by working together, we can find new ways to support and celebrate people living truly unique lives. Unique has over 30,000 members (individuals, families and professionals) globally, but our office is based in Oxted, Surrey, UK. The Role This role will develop, support and manage a network of volunteers across England to help build both virtual and local communities for families affected by rare chromosome and gene disorders. This role will lead on the recruitment, training and ongoing support of volunteers from the Unique membership to ensure they feel confident, connected and valued in their roles. Working closely with the Engagement and Communications Officer, the postholder will also help plan and run a programme of virtual events and online activities tailored to the needs of our members and encouraging supportive peer relationships between them. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with experience of volunteer management and community engagement. You ll enjoy building relationships, empowering others, and creating opportunities for people to connect and support one another. This is a hybrid role which includes occasional working in our Oxted office to build relationships with our small, friendly team, as well as time spent on the ground with volunteers in different regions. The role will involve regular travel across England, with occasional weekend and evening work (for which time off in lieu will be provided). We are committed to inclusion, equality and diversity and welcome applicants from all parts of the community. Key Responsibilities • Develop and deliver Unique s volunteer strategy, ensuring volunteers are effectively supported and engaged • Recruit, train and induct new volunteers, and develop resources, training materials and recognition schemes for volunteers • Provide regular communication, guidance and supervision to volunteers, ensuring their wellbeing and satisfaction • Build a strong sense of community through a programme of face to face and virtual meet-ups and workshops • Work in partnership with volunteers and members to creatively use online communication channels to promote community connections • Maintain up-to-date volunteer records and ensure compliance with safeguarding, data protection and health & safety policies • Coordinate and support volunteer involvement at family events, conferences, webinars and local meet-ups • Work collaboratively with the staff team to promote volunteering opportunities and celebrate volunteer contributions • Monitor and report on volunteer engagement, diversity and impact Person Specification Qualifications Educated to degree level or equivalent experience Essential qualities, skills and experience Experience of recruiting, training and supporting volunteers Experience of working in community engagement or outreach Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Empathy and understanding of the challenges faced by families affected by health or disability issues Ability to work both independently and as part of a team A flexible, can-do attitude and creative approach to problem solving Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using online collaboration tools and databases A commitment to the aims and values of Unique Desirable qualities, skills and experience Experience working in the charity or health/disability sector Experience of online community management or peer support programmes Knowledge of safeguarding principles and best practice in volunteer management Additional requirements Willing to travel regularly across England Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends A DBS check will be required prior to appointment
Senior Scientist - Pilot Team - Operations United Kingdom, Slough Title: Senior Scientist - Pilot Team - Operations Location: Slough The Manufacturing, Science, and Technology (MSAT) Pilot team is seeking a Senior Scientist to join a dedicated pilot batch execution group responsible for supporting the technical transfer of new and existing downstream (DSP) processes into the pilot plant. In this role, you will plan and coordinate all batch execution logistics while providing hands-on technical support for DSP operations, working closely with external customers and cross-functional teams to ensure processes are suitable for scale-up to cGMP manufacturing. This position offers the chance to build practical expertise in biotech processes within a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment-ideal for individuals who thrive under dynamic conditions. Please note that the role involves approximately 70% hands-on laboratory work and 30% desk-based planning activities. An agile career and dynamic working culture An inclusive and ethical workplace Compensation programs that recognize high performance A variety of benefits dependant on role and location Prepare process descriptions and batch records for pilot batch execution, including ordering raw materials for DSP operations while working closely with Process Development, R&T, and NPI scientists With training, prioritize and contribute to daily team tasks such as equipment setup, operation, and use of process analytical technologies Ensure transfer documentation is written and followed to meet project deadlines and customer requirements Build relationships with Process Development and R&T peers and contribute to project meetings and discussions Use existing knowledge to resolve routine process issues and suggest improvements Perform structured data analysis to identify trends and support NPI scientists in preparing process summary reports Work independently to write and implement departmental EHS protocols and lead continuous improvement activities to reduce cost and increase yield What we are looking for: BSc/BEng degree in a scientific field or equivalent, plus experience in industry or relevant academic setting Understanding of downstream (DSP) operations and aseptic work, ideally in manufacturing/biotech Experience with column chromatography and filtration techniques used in biotech technical operations Knowledge of technical transfer processes within manufacturing or pilot plant environments Strong interpersonal skills, structured data analysis capability, and ability to write reports, protocols, and SOPs Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently within DSP operations About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Senior Scientist - Pilot Team - Operations United Kingdom, Slough Title: Senior Scientist - Pilot Team - Operations Location: Slough The Manufacturing, Science, and Technology (MSAT) Pilot team is seeking a Senior Scientist to join a dedicated pilot batch execution group responsible for supporting the technical transfer of new and existing downstream (DSP) processes into the pilot plant. In this role, you will plan and coordinate all batch execution logistics while providing hands-on technical support for DSP operations, working closely with external customers and cross-functional teams to ensure processes are suitable for scale-up to cGMP manufacturing. This position offers the chance to build practical expertise in biotech processes within a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment-ideal for individuals who thrive under dynamic conditions. Please note that the role involves approximately 70% hands-on laboratory work and 30% desk-based planning activities. An agile career and dynamic working culture An inclusive and ethical workplace Compensation programs that recognize high performance A variety of benefits dependant on role and location Prepare process descriptions and batch records for pilot batch execution, including ordering raw materials for DSP operations while working closely with Process Development, R&T, and NPI scientists With training, prioritize and contribute to daily team tasks such as equipment setup, operation, and use of process analytical technologies Ensure transfer documentation is written and followed to meet project deadlines and customer requirements Build relationships with Process Development and R&T peers and contribute to project meetings and discussions Use existing knowledge to resolve routine process issues and suggest improvements Perform structured data analysis to identify trends and support NPI scientists in preparing process summary reports Work independently to write and implement departmental EHS protocols and lead continuous improvement activities to reduce cost and increase yield What we are looking for: BSc/BEng degree in a scientific field or equivalent, plus experience in industry or relevant academic setting Understanding of downstream (DSP) operations and aseptic work, ideally in manufacturing/biotech Experience with column chromatography and filtration techniques used in biotech technical operations Knowledge of technical transfer processes within manufacturing or pilot plant environments Strong interpersonal skills, structured data analysis capability, and ability to write reports, protocols, and SOPs Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently within DSP operations About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you're ready to help turn our customers' breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
Job Opportunity - Specialist, Formulation Nanopharm, an Aptar Pharma Company, is a world leading specialist contract research and development organization offering product development services for orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs). Nanopharm operates a fee-for-service model, helping its clients navigate the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges in developing nasal and respiratory drug products from discovery through to clinical investigations ('IND'). Its service offerings provide the most efficient path to success for its clients by providing an integrated product development service covering: Advanced materials characterization Analytical method development Formulation development and testing Inhaled biopharmaceutics These early phase services aid successful product development by understanding how material properties and processing conditions influence product functionality and therefore reduce risks and expedite drug development timelines. Nanopharm's proprietary technology and analytical platforms for advanced materials characterization, formulation & device development and in-silico modelling of in vivo behaviour, have provided Nanopharm a technical competitive edge, helping it become an international market leader. For more information visit: You should work here because we: Attract and develop high performing people. Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment. Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities. Contribute to the communities where we reside. What's new with Aptar Nanopharm is a prominent player in the Inhalation industry, with our laboratory service provision in Wales, United Kingdom. We specialise in the development and testing of inhalable and nasal pharmaceutical products, collaborating closely with pharmaceutical companies to ensure product safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance. We have an exciting positionopen at Nanopharm, which is an Aptar Pharma Company: Specialist, Formulation reporting into Manager, Technical Specialists. These positions will be based in Cwmbran and will involve conducting pharmaceutical product analysis for our customers to a high degree of precision and efficiency. Job descriptions cover approximately 85% of a role and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within reasonable scope of the role. Role Overview General To operate as a Scientific and Technical Expert in your specific speciality. This speciality will be in focused and dedicated field recognised in the industry To support the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) in Nanopharm in the capacity of using your specialism, to allow delivery of the revenue-generating portfolio of work for our customers, internally and externally, efficiently, and effectively. This may include: Provides technical experience and support to development teams. Expected to be a hands on role where scientist provides practical application of specialist skill e.g. use of specialised instruments Senior user and responsible person for specialist equipment and laboratory areas, in conjunction with the Operations team Learning, teaching, and training of Nanopharm team members. Reviewing reports for technical and scientific accuracy with regards to data analysis or conclusions (but not as a routine reviewer). Involved in customer/stakeholder/sponsor discussions and presentations to ensure the most significant capabilities are made available to these interfaces. The resolution of technical challenges faced by the scientific teams. To support our customers, academic/regulatory agency collaborations with product development programs leveraging the full range of tools and resources. This may include: Participating in calls, workshops, problem solving, technical discussions and project review processes/meetings as required, to leverage your experience and technical capabilities. Lead dynamic metric-based teams to solve critical problems, move technology/capability forward or as part of internal programs. Develop the relevant SOPs, tools, processes, and associated methodologies (if required) for the use by the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs), for use in revenue and internal projects. To support novel research and development in the field of aerosol-based delivery technologies and associated disease state treatments, including the development of new inventions and intellectual property primarily in the fields of formulation of aerosol based pharmaceutical technologies. Support the monitoring of the critical equipment within your specialist area for effectiveness and operability/efficiency. Support the comprehensive Preventative maintenance and Reactive Maintenance as required. To enhance the capabilities and reputation of Nanopharm continuously. Present at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Act as a role model for the organisation as a scientific leader in the organisation. Act as the technical exert the specialist field, supporting customers, Nanopharm team members, academic/industrial partners, regulatory agencies, Aptar Senior Management, Aptar R&D and Aptar Business Development in this area. Assess the applicability and limitations of new technologies within specialist field and make recommendations for use in Nanopharm Identifies potential efficiency gains in core area of expertise that facilitate project and product delivery. Build and maintain awareness of external experts and relevant technology suppliers in specialist field Responsible for the management and leadership of specialist area methods, processes and associated tools/techniques People To inspire all departmental team members by personal example and good work ethic, ensuring alignment to the work being conducted to the values, vision and core strategy. Provide training to scientific staff to give confidence to personnel in their ability to conduct laboratory tasks related to their specialism. Clearly communicate and update senior members of the Nanopharm team (Senior Specialists, Associate Managers, heads of department, etc.) on the status of ongoing tasks throughout the day and raise errors or issues promptly. Participate in the recruitment process of new team members (if required). Accountable for identifying any training needs for PDUs and notifying Heads of Department to ensure robust training plans are put in place. Ensuring absences are logged and tracked in the system and diligently approved in a reasonable amount of time. Creating a work environment that ensures good retention of staff, with low levels of turnover, within areas the areas you work in. Science & Research To actively support internal research programs and ensure timely delivery of these projects as all others in the portfolio. Ensure you remain up to date with current trends and changes within the specialist field Encourage and support the application of rigorous scientific approaches and the use of peer reviewed journal material in customer-oriented documentation (e.g. reports) Actively build and improve our IP portfolio with technology, know-how and filing patents as required. Participate in scientific discussions and industry/advocacy groups, professional organisations and Scientific Roundtables involving Nanopharm/Aptar team and third parties (e.g. clients/other Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations/Universities) Prepare and distribute internally (Nanopharm and Aptar Pharma) key findings from scientific conferences and webinars. operations Technical support to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) within the realm of your speciality Support data interpretation, problem solving activities and guidance to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units To identify new areas of technical, process, equipment, and capability development for Nanopharm teams within your specialisation. Lead selected improvement deployment at Nanopharm into a commercially viable offering/services. Provide training and knowledge sessions to Nanopharm teams. Conduct internal training for Aptar R&D and Business Development personnel. Identify, suggest and support CapEx purchases for subsequent years/periods with a view to ensuring we maintain our current business levels or growth. Contribute to the assessment of additional training requirements for analytical staff related to separation sciences. Take ownership for own training and development, highlighting to management where you feel further training is required. Basics Always promote Nanopharm & Aptar's best interests by the positive and effective way you perform your duties modelling our Core Values and Rules of Leadership. Always comply and proactively engage with Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the safety of you and your colleagues. Always comply and proactively engage with Quality policies, procedures and instructions to ensure we deliver quality work, data and reports. . click apply for full job details
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Job Opportunity - Specialist, Formulation Nanopharm, an Aptar Pharma Company, is a world leading specialist contract research and development organization offering product development services for orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs). Nanopharm operates a fee-for-service model, helping its clients navigate the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges in developing nasal and respiratory drug products from discovery through to clinical investigations ('IND'). Its service offerings provide the most efficient path to success for its clients by providing an integrated product development service covering: Advanced materials characterization Analytical method development Formulation development and testing Inhaled biopharmaceutics These early phase services aid successful product development by understanding how material properties and processing conditions influence product functionality and therefore reduce risks and expedite drug development timelines. Nanopharm's proprietary technology and analytical platforms for advanced materials characterization, formulation & device development and in-silico modelling of in vivo behaviour, have provided Nanopharm a technical competitive edge, helping it become an international market leader. For more information visit: You should work here because we: Attract and develop high performing people. Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment. Allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment. Invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities. Contribute to the communities where we reside. What's new with Aptar Nanopharm is a prominent player in the Inhalation industry, with our laboratory service provision in Wales, United Kingdom. We specialise in the development and testing of inhalable and nasal pharmaceutical products, collaborating closely with pharmaceutical companies to ensure product safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance. We have an exciting positionopen at Nanopharm, which is an Aptar Pharma Company: Specialist, Formulation reporting into Manager, Technical Specialists. These positions will be based in Cwmbran and will involve conducting pharmaceutical product analysis for our customers to a high degree of precision and efficiency. Job descriptions cover approximately 85% of a role and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within reasonable scope of the role. Role Overview General To operate as a Scientific and Technical Expert in your specific speciality. This speciality will be in focused and dedicated field recognised in the industry To support the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) in Nanopharm in the capacity of using your specialism, to allow delivery of the revenue-generating portfolio of work for our customers, internally and externally, efficiently, and effectively. This may include: Provides technical experience and support to development teams. Expected to be a hands on role where scientist provides practical application of specialist skill e.g. use of specialised instruments Senior user and responsible person for specialist equipment and laboratory areas, in conjunction with the Operations team Learning, teaching, and training of Nanopharm team members. Reviewing reports for technical and scientific accuracy with regards to data analysis or conclusions (but not as a routine reviewer). Involved in customer/stakeholder/sponsor discussions and presentations to ensure the most significant capabilities are made available to these interfaces. The resolution of technical challenges faced by the scientific teams. To support our customers, academic/regulatory agency collaborations with product development programs leveraging the full range of tools and resources. This may include: Participating in calls, workshops, problem solving, technical discussions and project review processes/meetings as required, to leverage your experience and technical capabilities. Lead dynamic metric-based teams to solve critical problems, move technology/capability forward or as part of internal programs. Develop the relevant SOPs, tools, processes, and associated methodologies (if required) for the use by the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs), for use in revenue and internal projects. To support novel research and development in the field of aerosol-based delivery technologies and associated disease state treatments, including the development of new inventions and intellectual property primarily in the fields of formulation of aerosol based pharmaceutical technologies. Support the monitoring of the critical equipment within your specialist area for effectiveness and operability/efficiency. Support the comprehensive Preventative maintenance and Reactive Maintenance as required. To enhance the capabilities and reputation of Nanopharm continuously. Present at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals. Act as a role model for the organisation as a scientific leader in the organisation. Act as the technical exert the specialist field, supporting customers, Nanopharm team members, academic/industrial partners, regulatory agencies, Aptar Senior Management, Aptar R&D and Aptar Business Development in this area. Assess the applicability and limitations of new technologies within specialist field and make recommendations for use in Nanopharm Identifies potential efficiency gains in core area of expertise that facilitate project and product delivery. Build and maintain awareness of external experts and relevant technology suppliers in specialist field Responsible for the management and leadership of specialist area methods, processes and associated tools/techniques People To inspire all departmental team members by personal example and good work ethic, ensuring alignment to the work being conducted to the values, vision and core strategy. Provide training to scientific staff to give confidence to personnel in their ability to conduct laboratory tasks related to their specialism. Clearly communicate and update senior members of the Nanopharm team (Senior Specialists, Associate Managers, heads of department, etc.) on the status of ongoing tasks throughout the day and raise errors or issues promptly. Participate in the recruitment process of new team members (if required). Accountable for identifying any training needs for PDUs and notifying Heads of Department to ensure robust training plans are put in place. Ensuring absences are logged and tracked in the system and diligently approved in a reasonable amount of time. Creating a work environment that ensures good retention of staff, with low levels of turnover, within areas the areas you work in. Science & Research To actively support internal research programs and ensure timely delivery of these projects as all others in the portfolio. Ensure you remain up to date with current trends and changes within the specialist field Encourage and support the application of rigorous scientific approaches and the use of peer reviewed journal material in customer-oriented documentation (e.g. reports) Actively build and improve our IP portfolio with technology, know-how and filing patents as required. Participate in scientific discussions and industry/advocacy groups, professional organisations and Scientific Roundtables involving Nanopharm/Aptar team and third parties (e.g. clients/other Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations/Universities) Prepare and distribute internally (Nanopharm and Aptar Pharma) key findings from scientific conferences and webinars. operations Technical support to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) within the realm of your speciality Support data interpretation, problem solving activities and guidance to Nanopharm Pharmaceutical Development Units To identify new areas of technical, process, equipment, and capability development for Nanopharm teams within your specialisation. Lead selected improvement deployment at Nanopharm into a commercially viable offering/services. Provide training and knowledge sessions to Nanopharm teams. Conduct internal training for Aptar R&D and Business Development personnel. Identify, suggest and support CapEx purchases for subsequent years/periods with a view to ensuring we maintain our current business levels or growth. Contribute to the assessment of additional training requirements for analytical staff related to separation sciences. Take ownership for own training and development, highlighting to management where you feel further training is required. Basics Always promote Nanopharm & Aptar's best interests by the positive and effective way you perform your duties modelling our Core Values and Rules of Leadership. Always comply and proactively engage with Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability policies, procedures and instructions to ensure the safety of you and your colleagues. Always comply and proactively engage with Quality policies, procedures and instructions to ensure we deliver quality work, data and reports. . click apply for full job details
Location: Glasgow or London (King's Cross) Workstyle: Hybrid Reports to: CTO About Chemify Chemify is revolutionising chemistry. We are creating a future where the synthesis of previously unimaginable molecules, drugs, and materials is instantly accessible. By combining AI, robotics, and the world's largest continually expanding database of chemical programs, we are accelerating chemical discovery to improve quality of life and extend the reach of humanity. Our newly opened Chemifarm facility in Glasgow operates a growing fleet of advanced robotic systems that automate synthesis, optimisation, and library generation. As we scale up to globally distributed facilities, we are undertaking a foundational transformation of data integrates and scales across our platform. The Role We are looking for a Principal Data Architect to design and lead the evolution of Chemify's data architecture into a performant, distributed, well-governed, and enterprise-ready data ecosystem. Your mission is to define & implement how data flows across our platforms, how it is stored, synchronized, governed, and shared, both within Chemify and with external partners while complying with contractual, regulatory, and security constraints. This is a foundational role: your decisions will shape how Chemify scales from a single Chemifarm to a global network of automated laboratories that can safely collaborate with Enterprise customers and research partners. If you enjoy problem solving complex technical challenges that blend system Architecture, Data engineering and Distributed systems, are a natural communicator and are energized by working closely with scientists using cutting edge technologies, then we'd love to welcome you to our team. Key Responsibilities Define the enterprise data architecture for scientific and operational data to ensure it is "ML-ready" from the moment of ingestion. Establish a Data Lakehouse architecture on AWS to manage the massive scale of raw, unstructured "dark data" from robotic sensors (spectra, video, logs, etc.). Lead the strategic design and implementation of a unified chemical data fabric that integrates molecular structures, retrosynthetic reaction networks, and high-frequency robotic telemetry. You will be responsible for architecting a versioned Feature Store that standardizes chemical ontologies and pre-computed molecular descriptors, ensuring a seamless, high-fidelity data loop between robotic laboratory execution and AI-driven discovery engines. Advanced Relational & Semantic Modeling Architect Graph Data Models representing complex chemical reaction networks, optimized for synthesis AI and automated manufacturing planning. Lead the development of Foundational Semantic Ontologies that allow AI models to reason across disparate chemical data types. Design Vector Database integrations (e.g., pgvector, Pinecone) to facilitate similarity searches across billions of chemical entities. Industrial Telemetry & Edge Synchronization Architect the ingestion of high-frequency robot and sensor telemetry using MQTT/Streaming patterns, ensuring zero loss of "negative data" (failed experiments) critical for model training. Design a globally distributed data system that synchronizes local lab "Edge" data with global AI training clusters while maintaining consistency guarantees. Governance & Enterprise Readiness Own the data governance framework, specifically defining Data Tenancy and Partitioning models for Fortune 500 clients to ensure strict IP isolation. Architect secure, compliant Data Sharing patterns for external research partners, translating legal/contractual constraints into technical controls. Drive the data architecture roadmap toward SOC 2 and ISO 27001 readiness, focusing on auditability and access control for training data. About You You are an experienced Architect (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent) with strong Python expertise in production data. You have a natural curiosity for complex scientific domains and thrive on creating lasting value through building modern data engineering solutions. We expect you to bring BSc or equivalent experience, preferably in a Data Engineering-related field. 8+ years commercial Data Architect & python experience. Deep experience with PostgreSQL, ideally in AWS RDS. Proven experience designing high-throughput telemetry / IoT / industrial data systems generating very large volumes of time-series data. Hands on understanding of stream ingestion patterns (MQTT). Experience with graph or Vector databases (Neo4j, Pinecone, pgvector) and modelling complex, highly relational domains. Proven experience designing distributed data systems across multiple services, teams, or locations. Demonstrable experience building impactful solutions with: Data governance frameworks Data tenancy and segregation models Data consistency and replication patterns Secure data sharing between organizations Beneficial Skills Prior involvement in SOC 2, ISO 27001 compliance programmes, particularly from a data architecture perspective. Exposure to scientific, chemical, or manufacturing data environments. Familiarity with modern data stack components (e.g., data lakes, streaming, or batch/real-time pipelines). Chemistry or AI Drug Discovery domain knowledge is a real differentiator for us Why Join Chemify? Impact You will help build the infrastructure that enables digital chemistry at scale - accelerating discovery, improving reproducibility, and unlocking new possibilities in science and medicine. Autonomy Reporting directly to the CTO, you will have meaningful influence over the technical direction and data strategy of a Series B deep tech rocket ship. Ambition We are scaling rapidly, investing in world class infrastructure, and tackling problems that sit at the frontier of robotics, AI, and chemistry. You will have the resources and mandate to build the right foundations for the future. Advanced Research Centre, University of Glasgow, 11 Chapel Lane, G11 6EW
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Location: Glasgow or London (King's Cross) Workstyle: Hybrid Reports to: CTO About Chemify Chemify is revolutionising chemistry. We are creating a future where the synthesis of previously unimaginable molecules, drugs, and materials is instantly accessible. By combining AI, robotics, and the world's largest continually expanding database of chemical programs, we are accelerating chemical discovery to improve quality of life and extend the reach of humanity. Our newly opened Chemifarm facility in Glasgow operates a growing fleet of advanced robotic systems that automate synthesis, optimisation, and library generation. As we scale up to globally distributed facilities, we are undertaking a foundational transformation of data integrates and scales across our platform. The Role We are looking for a Principal Data Architect to design and lead the evolution of Chemify's data architecture into a performant, distributed, well-governed, and enterprise-ready data ecosystem. Your mission is to define & implement how data flows across our platforms, how it is stored, synchronized, governed, and shared, both within Chemify and with external partners while complying with contractual, regulatory, and security constraints. This is a foundational role: your decisions will shape how Chemify scales from a single Chemifarm to a global network of automated laboratories that can safely collaborate with Enterprise customers and research partners. If you enjoy problem solving complex technical challenges that blend system Architecture, Data engineering and Distributed systems, are a natural communicator and are energized by working closely with scientists using cutting edge technologies, then we'd love to welcome you to our team. Key Responsibilities Define the enterprise data architecture for scientific and operational data to ensure it is "ML-ready" from the moment of ingestion. Establish a Data Lakehouse architecture on AWS to manage the massive scale of raw, unstructured "dark data" from robotic sensors (spectra, video, logs, etc.). Lead the strategic design and implementation of a unified chemical data fabric that integrates molecular structures, retrosynthetic reaction networks, and high-frequency robotic telemetry. You will be responsible for architecting a versioned Feature Store that standardizes chemical ontologies and pre-computed molecular descriptors, ensuring a seamless, high-fidelity data loop between robotic laboratory execution and AI-driven discovery engines. Advanced Relational & Semantic Modeling Architect Graph Data Models representing complex chemical reaction networks, optimized for synthesis AI and automated manufacturing planning. Lead the development of Foundational Semantic Ontologies that allow AI models to reason across disparate chemical data types. Design Vector Database integrations (e.g., pgvector, Pinecone) to facilitate similarity searches across billions of chemical entities. Industrial Telemetry & Edge Synchronization Architect the ingestion of high-frequency robot and sensor telemetry using MQTT/Streaming patterns, ensuring zero loss of "negative data" (failed experiments) critical for model training. Design a globally distributed data system that synchronizes local lab "Edge" data with global AI training clusters while maintaining consistency guarantees. Governance & Enterprise Readiness Own the data governance framework, specifically defining Data Tenancy and Partitioning models for Fortune 500 clients to ensure strict IP isolation. Architect secure, compliant Data Sharing patterns for external research partners, translating legal/contractual constraints into technical controls. Drive the data architecture roadmap toward SOC 2 and ISO 27001 readiness, focusing on auditability and access control for training data. About You You are an experienced Architect (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent) with strong Python expertise in production data. You have a natural curiosity for complex scientific domains and thrive on creating lasting value through building modern data engineering solutions. We expect you to bring BSc or equivalent experience, preferably in a Data Engineering-related field. 8+ years commercial Data Architect & python experience. Deep experience with PostgreSQL, ideally in AWS RDS. Proven experience designing high-throughput telemetry / IoT / industrial data systems generating very large volumes of time-series data. Hands on understanding of stream ingestion patterns (MQTT). Experience with graph or Vector databases (Neo4j, Pinecone, pgvector) and modelling complex, highly relational domains. Proven experience designing distributed data systems across multiple services, teams, or locations. Demonstrable experience building impactful solutions with: Data governance frameworks Data tenancy and segregation models Data consistency and replication patterns Secure data sharing between organizations Beneficial Skills Prior involvement in SOC 2, ISO 27001 compliance programmes, particularly from a data architecture perspective. Exposure to scientific, chemical, or manufacturing data environments. Familiarity with modern data stack components (e.g., data lakes, streaming, or batch/real-time pipelines). Chemistry or AI Drug Discovery domain knowledge is a real differentiator for us Why Join Chemify? Impact You will help build the infrastructure that enables digital chemistry at scale - accelerating discovery, improving reproducibility, and unlocking new possibilities in science and medicine. Autonomy Reporting directly to the CTO, you will have meaningful influence over the technical direction and data strategy of a Series B deep tech rocket ship. Ambition We are scaling rapidly, investing in world class infrastructure, and tackling problems that sit at the frontier of robotics, AI, and chemistry. You will have the resources and mandate to build the right foundations for the future. Advanced Research Centre, University of Glasgow, 11 Chapel Lane, G11 6EW
Senior Bioinformatics Scientist page is loaded Senior Bioinformatics Scientistlocations: England - Cambridgetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 42276-JOB At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Senior Bioinformatics Scientist Cambridge UK based - Hub Hybrid At Illumina , we're united by a clear purpose: to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome . We're looking for a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist to join our Cambridge team and help push the boundaries of what's possible in genomics.This is a rare opportunity to work at the cutting edge of sequencing technology , contributing to products that are used globally to advance research, accelerate discovery, and improve outcomes for patients. You'll be part of the team behind DRAGEN , our fast and highly accurate FPGA accelerated platform for secondary analysis of NGS data, fully integrated with the Illumina Connected Analytics (ICA) Cloud . DRAGEN supports a wide range of applications across germline and somatic analysis, DNA/RNA workflows, CNVs, and structural variants.Your work may be one part of a much larger system-but it's a system helping scientists and clinicians tackle some of the hardest challenges in healthcare, including cancer and rare disease . This is innovation with real purpose.We also offer industry leading benefits , including flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care leave, pension, employee stock purchase programme, volunteer time off, and more. The role As a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist , you'll be trusted to take accountability for developing novel computational and statistical methods that extract meaningful biological insight from genomic data. You'll own projects end to end-while working closely with a broader, highly collaborative team to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and ready for real world use.Day to day, your focus will be on programming and data analysis , clearly communicating results, explaining the what and the why , and presenting findings in a way that enables others to act on them. You'll help shape not just the science, but the success of the product as a whole . What you'll do Design, prototype, and implement innovative computational and statistical algorithms for sequencing data Develop high performance, production grade software in C/C++ Analyse, integrate, model, and interpret complex experimental genomic data Win together by collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams across FPGA, software, QC/QA, and clinical genomics Help define product requirements, assess accuracy, and streamline workflows to make our customers heroes Clearly communicate technical methods and findings through documentation, presentations, and internal/external materials What you'll bring You're someone who combines deep technical expertise with a structured, thoughtful approach to problem solving. You plan well, manage your time effectively, and communicate clearly.You'll have: Strong background in computer science, algorithms, and statistics Deep expertise in genomics and next generation sequencing Experience with NGS secondary analysis , including alignment and variant calling Proven experience in high performance software development Strong communication and presentation skills Experience in areas such as cancer, rare disease, or population genetics is highly valued Education PhD in computer science, engineering, statistics, bioinformatics, or related field-or a Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience. What can you expect Our team members are bright, energetic and dedicated - they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognizes the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless. We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact . To learn more, visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Senior Bioinformatics Scientist page is loaded Senior Bioinformatics Scientistlocations: England - Cambridgetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 42276-JOB At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients. Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Senior Bioinformatics Scientist Cambridge UK based - Hub Hybrid At Illumina , we're united by a clear purpose: to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome . We're looking for a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist to join our Cambridge team and help push the boundaries of what's possible in genomics.This is a rare opportunity to work at the cutting edge of sequencing technology , contributing to products that are used globally to advance research, accelerate discovery, and improve outcomes for patients. You'll be part of the team behind DRAGEN , our fast and highly accurate FPGA accelerated platform for secondary analysis of NGS data, fully integrated with the Illumina Connected Analytics (ICA) Cloud . DRAGEN supports a wide range of applications across germline and somatic analysis, DNA/RNA workflows, CNVs, and structural variants.Your work may be one part of a much larger system-but it's a system helping scientists and clinicians tackle some of the hardest challenges in healthcare, including cancer and rare disease . This is innovation with real purpose.We also offer industry leading benefits , including flexible time off, private medical insurance, compassion and care leave, pension, employee stock purchase programme, volunteer time off, and more. The role As a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist , you'll be trusted to take accountability for developing novel computational and statistical methods that extract meaningful biological insight from genomic data. You'll own projects end to end-while working closely with a broader, highly collaborative team to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and ready for real world use.Day to day, your focus will be on programming and data analysis , clearly communicating results, explaining the what and the why , and presenting findings in a way that enables others to act on them. You'll help shape not just the science, but the success of the product as a whole . What you'll do Design, prototype, and implement innovative computational and statistical algorithms for sequencing data Develop high performance, production grade software in C/C++ Analyse, integrate, model, and interpret complex experimental genomic data Win together by collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams across FPGA, software, QC/QA, and clinical genomics Help define product requirements, assess accuracy, and streamline workflows to make our customers heroes Clearly communicate technical methods and findings through documentation, presentations, and internal/external materials What you'll bring You're someone who combines deep technical expertise with a structured, thoughtful approach to problem solving. You plan well, manage your time effectively, and communicate clearly.You'll have: Strong background in computer science, algorithms, and statistics Deep expertise in genomics and next generation sequencing Experience with NGS secondary analysis , including alignment and variant calling Proven experience in high performance software development Strong communication and presentation skills Experience in areas such as cancer, rare disease, or population genetics is highly valued Education PhD in computer science, engineering, statistics, bioinformatics, or related field-or a Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience. What can you expect Our team members are bright, energetic and dedicated - they are the driving force behind our innovation and impact. To attract the best and brightest, we offer a competitive employee benefits program. We view it as a smart investment in our people, one that recognizes the tremendous value they bring to our business every day. At Illumina, we push boundaries. We think beyond the conventional. We dream big. With the energy of so many bright and accomplished people, the opportunities are endless. We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact . To learn more, visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants.
Title: Site Chemist / Transfer Station Chemist Location: Hertfordshire Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 Term: Permanent SRG are working with a leading waste management and recycling company who have a long and very successful history of supporting the UK chemical industry. They are now looking for a site chemist to join the team. This is a hands-on role within the waste industry, you will be checking and testing incoming loads, processing hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring segregation and storage of hazardous waste meets requirements, labelling waste and completing documents on all incoming and outgoing chemical materials. This role would suit candidates with 2+ years' experience as a chemist on a hazardous waste transfer station. Working Hours: 37.5 working hours per week, Monday to Friday, 24 days holiday + statutory bank holidays. Access to Rewards Gateway offering excellent discounts and cash back with many large retailers. Role/Description Receiving chemical waste on to site and ensure that per acceptance and acceptance of waste meets environmental requirements Ensuring paperwork for incoming waste is compliant and correctly completed Control waste streams through the plant/ transfer station to avoid delays and backlogs. Immediate testing of incoming waste to ensure conformity with paperwork using test strips Supervise, plan and prioritise the day to day activities of the Transfer Station Operatives Further laboratory testing as needed for further analysis using techniques including flash point testing, pH testing, visual checks, odour, viscosity. Working alongside site operatives to ensure that waste is processed, stored and transferred in a safe, compliant and timely manner Bulking/re-packing of waste to achieve maximum profitability Supporting other site chemists and operatives, ensuring all staff are working efficiently and collaboratively Requirements Minimum HND in Chemistry, or similar qualification with significant chemistry content 2+ years of recent experience in hazardous waste Any of the following qualifications or experience are considered advantageous: COTC, WAMITAB, NEBOSH, IOSH Willing to work outside in all weathers Full right to work in the UK - There is no sponsorship available for this role SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on (phone number removed). If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
Title: Site Chemist / Transfer Station Chemist Location: Hertfordshire Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 Term: Permanent SRG are working with a leading waste management and recycling company who have a long and very successful history of supporting the UK chemical industry. They are now looking for a site chemist to join the team. This is a hands-on role within the waste industry, you will be checking and testing incoming loads, processing hazardous and non-hazardous waste, ensuring segregation and storage of hazardous waste meets requirements, labelling waste and completing documents on all incoming and outgoing chemical materials. This role would suit candidates with 2+ years' experience as a chemist on a hazardous waste transfer station. Working Hours: 37.5 working hours per week, Monday to Friday, 24 days holiday + statutory bank holidays. Access to Rewards Gateway offering excellent discounts and cash back with many large retailers. Role/Description Receiving chemical waste on to site and ensure that per acceptance and acceptance of waste meets environmental requirements Ensuring paperwork for incoming waste is compliant and correctly completed Control waste streams through the plant/ transfer station to avoid delays and backlogs. Immediate testing of incoming waste to ensure conformity with paperwork using test strips Supervise, plan and prioritise the day to day activities of the Transfer Station Operatives Further laboratory testing as needed for further analysis using techniques including flash point testing, pH testing, visual checks, odour, viscosity. Working alongside site operatives to ensure that waste is processed, stored and transferred in a safe, compliant and timely manner Bulking/re-packing of waste to achieve maximum profitability Supporting other site chemists and operatives, ensuring all staff are working efficiently and collaboratively Requirements Minimum HND in Chemistry, or similar qualification with significant chemistry content 2+ years of recent experience in hazardous waste Any of the following qualifications or experience are considered advantageous: COTC, WAMITAB, NEBOSH, IOSH Willing to work outside in all weathers Full right to work in the UK - There is no sponsorship available for this role SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Rhi on (phone number removed). If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Queen's University Belfast is a leading centre of academic excellence with a distinguished heritage and a global outlook. Founded in 1845, it has grown into a world-class institution with over 25,000 students and 4,000 staff. A top 200 university globally (QS Rankings 2026), Queen's combines tradition with innovation, and local impact with international reach. Queen's is proud to be one of only twelve UK universities selected to receive funding from the £54 million Global Talent Fund , administered by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). This five-year initiative supports the recruitment of internationally outstanding researchers aligned with the UK's Industrial Strategy. With the support of this funding, Queen's is seeking to appoint professors who will strengthen Queen's research leadership in areas of national and global importance. Appointments will be held within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences (MHLS), focusing on translational life science research, and the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS), which will spearhead appointments in one or more of the UK's Industrial Strategy priority areas of advanced manufacturing, defence, and digital technologies. The Faculty of MHLS has a thriving research environment from discovery science through to clinical development and implementation and focuses its research around three Health Grand Challenges: One Health, Precision Health and Equal Health. Queen's provide a connected ecosystem that is now driving ambition for scientists and clinicians to discover, develop and deliver in the Northern Ireland region and beyond. Successful applicants will be able to join this environment, working within one of our leading research centres such as the Johnston Cancer Research Centre or the Wellcome Wolfson Institute of Experimental Medicine. They will develop translational research programmes in key areas of strength e.g., cancer, ophthalmology, respiratory conditions, immune disorders and infectious disease. Applicants will be supported to take full advantage of our new major infrastructure investments, including the £55 million Future Medicines Institute (FMI) drug discovery research hub and the £64 million iREACH-Health clinical research facility (opening in 2027). The Faculty of EPS is a dynamic and internationally diverse community of staff and students, conducting globally significant research that spans engineering and a wide range of scientific disciplines. We are seeking applicants to join our research community, to expand and develop our work by establishing new teams and opportunities. Applications are sought at the intersections of two or more of the following areas of strength: wireless communications, photonics, advanced functional materials, manufacturing, AI, and cybersecurity. EPS has an extensive network of state-of-the-art labs, high-performance computing facilities, and strategic industrial partners - all part of an interconnected research ecosystem in Northern Ireland where government, industry, and universities collaborate effectively. This leads to innovative and interdisciplinary opportunities that are truly unique. Appointees will join a faculty that serves as the academic engine for two major regional innovation centres with a combined £170 million investment: Momentum One Zero and the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC). These centres act as hubs for research, collaboration, and commercialisation, bridging the gap between academia and industry to create tangible, real-world solutions. Enquiries can be made, in confidence, to Jamie Cumming-Wesley or Evan Yeckley at WittKieffer. More information on the position can be found in the candidate brochure and on the WittKieffer website . Completed applications should be submitted electronically to .
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
Queen's University Belfast is a leading centre of academic excellence with a distinguished heritage and a global outlook. Founded in 1845, it has grown into a world-class institution with over 25,000 students and 4,000 staff. A top 200 university globally (QS Rankings 2026), Queen's combines tradition with innovation, and local impact with international reach. Queen's is proud to be one of only twelve UK universities selected to receive funding from the £54 million Global Talent Fund , administered by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). This five-year initiative supports the recruitment of internationally outstanding researchers aligned with the UK's Industrial Strategy. With the support of this funding, Queen's is seeking to appoint professors who will strengthen Queen's research leadership in areas of national and global importance. Appointments will be held within the Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences (MHLS), focusing on translational life science research, and the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences (EPS), which will spearhead appointments in one or more of the UK's Industrial Strategy priority areas of advanced manufacturing, defence, and digital technologies. The Faculty of MHLS has a thriving research environment from discovery science through to clinical development and implementation and focuses its research around three Health Grand Challenges: One Health, Precision Health and Equal Health. Queen's provide a connected ecosystem that is now driving ambition for scientists and clinicians to discover, develop and deliver in the Northern Ireland region and beyond. Successful applicants will be able to join this environment, working within one of our leading research centres such as the Johnston Cancer Research Centre or the Wellcome Wolfson Institute of Experimental Medicine. They will develop translational research programmes in key areas of strength e.g., cancer, ophthalmology, respiratory conditions, immune disorders and infectious disease. Applicants will be supported to take full advantage of our new major infrastructure investments, including the £55 million Future Medicines Institute (FMI) drug discovery research hub and the £64 million iREACH-Health clinical research facility (opening in 2027). The Faculty of EPS is a dynamic and internationally diverse community of staff and students, conducting globally significant research that spans engineering and a wide range of scientific disciplines. We are seeking applicants to join our research community, to expand and develop our work by establishing new teams and opportunities. Applications are sought at the intersections of two or more of the following areas of strength: wireless communications, photonics, advanced functional materials, manufacturing, AI, and cybersecurity. EPS has an extensive network of state-of-the-art labs, high-performance computing facilities, and strategic industrial partners - all part of an interconnected research ecosystem in Northern Ireland where government, industry, and universities collaborate effectively. This leads to innovative and interdisciplinary opportunities that are truly unique. Appointees will join a faculty that serves as the academic engine for two major regional innovation centres with a combined £170 million investment: Momentum One Zero and the Advanced Manufacturing Innovation Centre (AMIC). These centres act as hubs for research, collaboration, and commercialisation, bridging the gap between academia and industry to create tangible, real-world solutions. Enquiries can be made, in confidence, to Jamie Cumming-Wesley or Evan Yeckley at WittKieffer. More information on the position can be found in the candidate brochure and on the WittKieffer website . Completed applications should be submitted electronically to .
Experienced Food/Flavours Technical Sales Manager looking to further develop their career required for a well-established chemical distributor in the West Midlands. Title: Technical Sales Manager - Food & Flavour Ingredients Location: Remote, occasional requirement on site in West Midlands office Salary: 45,000 - 65,000 (dependent upon experience) + benefits Term: Permanent SRG is exclusively partnering with a leading food ingredient distributor in the West Midlands, who offer a wide range of innovative raw materials to manufacturers and brands in the UK food, beverage and nutritional markets. With a big focus on in-house recipe development and manufacturing, collaboration and customer centricity, they have a well-known reputation for success in the market. Our client believes that delivering value starts with their people. By placing Employee Development at the heart of everything they do, they empower teams to grow, innovate and excel in their roles. This commitment not only enhances individual potential but also drives the exceptional service and solutions their customers deserve, ensuring they consistently exceed expectations and set new standards of excellence. Adopting a value-based sales approach, you will travel extensively across the UK, regularly meeting customers to continually build, develop and grow customer relationships across food and beverage manufacturers and brands. The role is suited to a business development hunter, with a target customer base of around 50 - 100. Benefits: Company car, 20% bonus (purely based on individual performance), company credit card and private healthcare amongst other benefits. Role / Description Identifying, contacting and developing new business using a variety of methods Promoting the company's range of innovative food ingredients Growing market presence across the UK food and beverage industries Growing existing customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and ultimately look to increase account spend Travelling approximately 1/3 of your time across the UK to visit customer sites Generating leads to identify new potential UK personal care customers Maintaining and updating the database to build a national customer pool Keeping abreast of product development & trends in the food and beverage industries. Requirements Direct experience in consultative and technical sales of food and beverage ingredients (experience with flavours specifically would be a benefit) Degree-level qualified (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Food Science or a closely related subject Experience with delivering technical presentations on food speciality ingredients Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Willing, and excited, to travel 1/3 of your time across the whole of the UK Full, clean UK driving licence A proactive approach and drive to deliver exceptional customer service. If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Amy on (phone number removed). If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Experienced Food/Flavours Technical Sales Manager looking to further develop their career required for a well-established chemical distributor in the West Midlands. Title: Technical Sales Manager - Food & Flavour Ingredients Location: Remote, occasional requirement on site in West Midlands office Salary: 45,000 - 65,000 (dependent upon experience) + benefits Term: Permanent SRG is exclusively partnering with a leading food ingredient distributor in the West Midlands, who offer a wide range of innovative raw materials to manufacturers and brands in the UK food, beverage and nutritional markets. With a big focus on in-house recipe development and manufacturing, collaboration and customer centricity, they have a well-known reputation for success in the market. Our client believes that delivering value starts with their people. By placing Employee Development at the heart of everything they do, they empower teams to grow, innovate and excel in their roles. This commitment not only enhances individual potential but also drives the exceptional service and solutions their customers deserve, ensuring they consistently exceed expectations and set new standards of excellence. Adopting a value-based sales approach, you will travel extensively across the UK, regularly meeting customers to continually build, develop and grow customer relationships across food and beverage manufacturers and brands. The role is suited to a business development hunter, with a target customer base of around 50 - 100. Benefits: Company car, 20% bonus (purely based on individual performance), company credit card and private healthcare amongst other benefits. Role / Description Identifying, contacting and developing new business using a variety of methods Promoting the company's range of innovative food ingredients Growing market presence across the UK food and beverage industries Growing existing customer relationships to ensure customer satisfaction and ultimately look to increase account spend Travelling approximately 1/3 of your time across the UK to visit customer sites Generating leads to identify new potential UK personal care customers Maintaining and updating the database to build a national customer pool Keeping abreast of product development & trends in the food and beverage industries. Requirements Direct experience in consultative and technical sales of food and beverage ingredients (experience with flavours specifically would be a benefit) Degree-level qualified (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Food Science or a closely related subject Experience with delivering technical presentations on food speciality ingredients Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Willing, and excited, to travel 1/3 of your time across the whole of the UK Full, clean UK driving licence A proactive approach and drive to deliver exceptional customer service. If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV to For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Amy on (phone number removed). If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical
Oxford, Oxfordshire
CK Group are recruiting for a Senior Buyer, Laboratory, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring you to be on-site for three days a week. The Company: A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health. The Role: Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Senior Buyer, Healthcare & Laboratory, to source, negotiate, purchase and manage the supply of essential materials and equipment for the facilities department, including both laboratory research and clinical operations. Responsibilities: Managing the procurement of healthcare and laboratory products and services. Working closely with Legal Services to ensure timely contract reviews. Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and pricing. Evaluating supplier performance and maintaining strong vendor relationships. Developing and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality. Manage the documentation required for procurement, including purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and shipping records. Your Background: A relevant BSc. Minimum CIPS Level 4. Experience of working with laboratory reagents, consumables, equipment, and clinical trial supplies is highly preferred. Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements related to procurement in scientific settings. Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, and inventory management tools is desirable. Salary: Competitive with an excellent benefits package. Apply : It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence. If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (cka-group) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news. INDLS
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
CK Group are recruiting for a Senior Buyer, Laboratory, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be hybrid, requiring you to be on-site for three days a week. The Company: A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health. The Role: Our client is seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Senior Buyer, Healthcare & Laboratory, to source, negotiate, purchase and manage the supply of essential materials and equipment for the facilities department, including both laboratory research and clinical operations. Responsibilities: Managing the procurement of healthcare and laboratory products and services. Working closely with Legal Services to ensure timely contract reviews. Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure optimal terms and pricing. Evaluating supplier performance and maintaining strong vendor relationships. Developing and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality. Manage the documentation required for procurement, including purchase orders, invoices, contracts, and shipping records. Your Background: A relevant BSc. Minimum CIPS Level 4. Experience of working with laboratory reagents, consumables, equipment, and clinical trial supplies is highly preferred. Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements related to procurement in scientific settings. Experience with procurement software, ERP systems, and inventory management tools is desirable. Salary: Competitive with an excellent benefits package. Apply : It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence. If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (cka-group) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news. INDLS
Science Instructor - Northampton Location: Northampton Start Date: October 2025 Contract Type: Full-Time Long-Term Potential for Permanent Position Pay Rate: £100-£150 per day (based on experience and responsibilities) Are you a Science graduate or experienced educator passionate about sparking curiosity in the next generation of scientists? Several secondary schools in Northampton are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science Instructors to join their teams from October 2025 . These positions offer a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 , while gaining valuable, hands-on classroom experience. Whether you're a recent graduate, a former tutor, or someone with unqualified teaching experience, this is your chance to step into a dynamic and rewarding role in education. Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: Delivering structured and engaging Science lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Supporting lesson planning and adapting materials for a range of learning abilities Explaining scientific principles in clear, relatable, and practical ways Creating a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment Implementing behaviour management strategies calmly and consistently Monitoring pupil progress and delivering constructive feedback Attending staff meetings, training sessions, and CPD opportunities Who We're Looking For: Science graduates (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Biomedical Science etc.) Individuals with experience delivering or supporting Science lessons (in schools, tutoring, or outreach) Confident communicators with strong classroom presence and a passion for science education Candidates interested in exploring formal teaching routes (PGCE, SCITT, QTS Apprenticeships) Applicants with an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service - or willingness to obtain one What You'll Gain: Valuable experience working in a secondary school Science department Mentoring from experienced and qualified educators Access to over 2,500 free CPD-accredited courses via The National College Weekly pay with competitive daily rates A clear pathway to permanent teaching or instructor roles Support and guidance on routes into teacher training This is a brilliant opportunity to gain confidence in the classroom, inspire students through science, and take the next step toward a fulfilling career in education. Apply now to learn more about Science Instructor roles available in Northampton from October 2025 .
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Science Instructor - Northampton Location: Northampton Start Date: October 2025 Contract Type: Full-Time Long-Term Potential for Permanent Position Pay Rate: £100-£150 per day (based on experience and responsibilities) Are you a Science graduate or experienced educator passionate about sparking curiosity in the next generation of scientists? Several secondary schools in Northampton are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable Science Instructors to join their teams from October 2025 . These positions offer a fantastic opportunity to deliver high-quality lessons across Key Stages 3 and 4 , while gaining valuable, hands-on classroom experience. Whether you're a recent graduate, a former tutor, or someone with unqualified teaching experience, this is your chance to step into a dynamic and rewarding role in education. Your Key Responsibilities Will Include: Delivering structured and engaging Science lessons across Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Supporting lesson planning and adapting materials for a range of learning abilities Explaining scientific principles in clear, relatable, and practical ways Creating a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment Implementing behaviour management strategies calmly and consistently Monitoring pupil progress and delivering constructive feedback Attending staff meetings, training sessions, and CPD opportunities Who We're Looking For: Science graduates (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Science, Biomedical Science etc.) Individuals with experience delivering or supporting Science lessons (in schools, tutoring, or outreach) Confident communicators with strong classroom presence and a passion for science education Candidates interested in exploring formal teaching routes (PGCE, SCITT, QTS Apprenticeships) Applicants with an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service - or willingness to obtain one What You'll Gain: Valuable experience working in a secondary school Science department Mentoring from experienced and qualified educators Access to over 2,500 free CPD-accredited courses via The National College Weekly pay with competitive daily rates A clear pathway to permanent teaching or instructor roles Support and guidance on routes into teacher training This is a brilliant opportunity to gain confidence in the classroom, inspire students through science, and take the next step toward a fulfilling career in education. Apply now to learn more about Science Instructor roles available in Northampton from October 2025 .
Walker Cole International is searching for a Senior R&D Scientist - E&L and Nitrosamine Method Development - to join a global pharmaceutical company at their R&D and GMP-regulated site in the UK. As the Senior Scientist, you will play a key role in developing and validating analytical methods to support Extractables, Leachables, and Nitrosamine testing across pharmaceutical products and materials. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and supporting risk assessments and analytical method development for E&L and Nitrosamines. Developing, validating, and transferring LC-MS and GC-MS methods in compliance with GMP and regulatory guidelines. Performing data interpretation, troubleshooting, and technical investigations to resolve analytical issues. Preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation to support product filings and submissions. Collaborating with QC, QA, and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure analytical compliance and product quality. Contributing to continuous improvement within analytical R&D and supporting method optimisation projects. To be successful, you will have: Proven experience in Extractables & Leachables and/or Nitrosamine analysis within a GMP-regulated laboratory. Hands-on experience with LC-MS or GC-MS and method validation techniques. Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills. Analytical Chemistry Extractables & Leachables Nitrosamines LC-MS GC-MS Method Development Validation GMP Pharmaceuticals R&D
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
Walker Cole International is searching for a Senior R&D Scientist - E&L and Nitrosamine Method Development - to join a global pharmaceutical company at their R&D and GMP-regulated site in the UK. As the Senior Scientist, you will play a key role in developing and validating analytical methods to support Extractables, Leachables, and Nitrosamine testing across pharmaceutical products and materials. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and supporting risk assessments and analytical method development for E&L and Nitrosamines. Developing, validating, and transferring LC-MS and GC-MS methods in compliance with GMP and regulatory guidelines. Performing data interpretation, troubleshooting, and technical investigations to resolve analytical issues. Preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation to support product filings and submissions. Collaborating with QC, QA, and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure analytical compliance and product quality. Contributing to continuous improvement within analytical R&D and supporting method optimisation projects. To be successful, you will have: Proven experience in Extractables & Leachables and/or Nitrosamine analysis within a GMP-regulated laboratory. Hands-on experience with LC-MS or GC-MS and method validation techniques. Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills. Analytical Chemistry Extractables & Leachables Nitrosamines LC-MS GC-MS Method Development Validation GMP Pharmaceuticals R&D
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
We are looking for an energy research scientist to join our team to train AI models. You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each model. In this role you will need to hold an expert understanding of physics and chemistry- a completed or in progress Masters/PhD is preferred but not required. Other related fields include, but are not limited to: Environmental Science, Energy Economics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Agricultural Science. Benefits: This is a full-time or part-time REMOTE position You'll be able to choose which projects you want to work on You can work on your own schedule Projects are paid hourly starting at $40+ per hour, with bonuses on high-quality and high-volume work Responsibilities: Give AI chatbots diverse and complex problems and evaluate their outputs Evaluate the quality produced by AI models for correctness and performance Qualifications: Fluency in English (native or bilingual level) Detail-oriented Proficient in inductive/deductive reasoning, physical/temporal/ spatial reasoning, research methods A current, in progress, or completed Masters and/or PhD is preferred but not required Note: Payment is made via PayPal. We will never ask for any money from you. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: From £29.71 per hour Work Location: Remote
