Join our Team as a Senior Scientist - Advanced Ceramics at Lucideon.
Step into the forefront of innovation at Lucideon – a global pioneer providing unmatched opportunities and cutting-edge equipment in our unique facility.
Job Purpose:
As a Senior Scientist in our Advanced Materials team, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of materials science. We're on the lookout for a passionate individual to lead R&D and consultancy projects across diverse sectors such as aerospace, defence, nuclear energy, net-zero, healthcare, and more, with an opportunity to work directly with the client to identify and solve materials challenges in the industry.
Responsibilities:
* Lead technical scoping activities.
* Serve as the project-specific technical lead, managing work assignments, client updates, presentations, and report writing.
* Develop innovative processing and testing procedures, including custom processing and testing rigs.
Qualifications:
PhD or Master's in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or Chemistry with industry experience
Experience:
Proficiency in at least two of the following areas:
* Advanced ceramic powder processing, characterisation, and forming.
* Production and analysis of ceramic slurries, including rheology techniques.
* Thermal analysis techniques (TGA, DSC, thermal conductivity)
* Operation and configuration of furnaces for advanced ceramic processing
* High-temperature inorganic chemistry
* Ceramic composite systems
* Knowledge of non-oxide ceramic systems
Familiarity with health and safety requirements and procedures for materials R&D facilities
Knowledge/Skills:
* Needs a rigorous scientific approach while also being willing to experiment with novel ideas.
* Knowledge in material characterisation techniques such as microstructural analysis, thermal and mechanical properties.
* Proficiency in planning and designing experiments.
* Exceptional communication skills both written and oral, proficient in writing proposals and reports.
* Ability to work as part of a team to resolve any challenges that may arise.
* Skilled in mentoring the junior members of the team.
Additional Requirements:
Applicants must have been in the UK for the past 5 years and be eligible for security clearance.
If you're ready to take on a hands-on role, lead ground-breaking projects, and mentor the next generation of scientists, apply now to be a part of our innovative journey at Lucideon!