Principal Materials Scientist - biotech
5 days ago
London
Your new company You will be joining a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of regenerative biotechnology. With a mission to develop sustainable, high-performance materials, the company is pioneering innovations in bio-composites for the built environment. You will be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven team, working in a dynamic environment that blends scientific rigour with environmental impact. Your new role As Principal Material Development Scientist, you will lead the research and development of next-generation bio-composite materials, using organisms including mycelium. You will drive material formulation, performance optimisation, and support scale-up and regulatory compliance. This role combines hands-on experimentation with strategic leadership, offering the opportunity to shape the future of sustainable materials. This is a permanent position based in London. Main Responsibilities Material R&D Leadership: • Conceive, lead, and manage R&D projects focused on the development of bio-composite materials., • Analyse materials using thermal, structural, mechanical, and chemical techniques (e.g., DSC, TGA, SEM, FTIR, tensile testing)., • Collaborate with process engineers to transition materials from lab-scale to pilot and production-scale manufacturing., • Partner with regulatory and sustainability teams to ensure materials meet building codes, safety standards, and lifecycle goals., • Mentor junior scientists and contribute to building a high-performing materials team., • Conduct critical analysis of experimental data and communicate findings effectively across teams. What you'll need to succeed • PhD / EngD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field - or equivalent experience, • Strong expertise in advanced materials development, ideally with bio-based or composite materials., • Excellent understanding of structure-property-process relationships in composite systems., • Proficiency in high-throughput experimentation and statistical DoE approaches., • Passion for sustainability, innovation, and solving complex material challenges., • Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills. What you'll get in return You'll have the chance to work within a close-knit, experienced team and make a real difference within a company that's looking to transform the sector and have a far-reaching impact on the global scale.You'll also get a number of progression and development opportunities and a good salary and benefits package. What you need to do now If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, feel free to reach out to us for guidance on your next career move. Keywords: Principal, Material, Development, Scientist, manager, leader, bio-composite, mycelium, fungi, materials, R&D, research, sustainable, thermal, analysis, mechanical, testing, FTIR, SEM, DoE, scale-up, product, London, science