An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Scientist to join a established chemical manufacturing company that is investing heavily in its future. This role offers excellent progression and development opportunities, a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000, and a strong benefits package. As a full-time, permanent position based at their Accrington site, and is an ideal next step for a Materials Scientist looking to contribute to innovation within a growing business. The company is committed to long-term investment, making it a great environment for a candidate seeking technical challenge. Roles & Responsibilities for Materials Scientist: * Conduct laboratory work to synthesise and characterise inorganic compounds and related structures as part of your development as a Material Scientist * Improve testing protocols, including equipment procurement and training colleagues in new methods. * Test the performance of polymeric and coating systems containing inorganic additives * Engage with customers and prospective clients to understand their requirements and develop technical solutions that meet their needs. * Develop and refine structure property relationships for polymers and coatings incorporating inorganic materials. * Support the development of new materials and products, progressing formulations from laboratory scale to pilot-plant scale. * Assist with scaling up new or improved products to pilot and full ma...