Build the materials at the heart of next-generation Augmented Reality (AR).
TruLife Optics is pioneering holographic optics that put Augmented Reality into everyday spectacles. At the core of every lens is our proprietary Silver Halide emulsion— formulated, coated, and refined right here in our London lab. We are looking for a curious, hands‑on graduate chemist or materials scientist to join our tight‑knit Materials Team and help push the boundaries of what holographic optics can do.
Why Join TruLife Optics?
* Work on genuinely novel photonic materials used in real AR products
* Join a small, expert Materials Team of 3 — your work has immediate impact
* Hands‑on lab work from day one: hologram recording, emulsion chemistry, coating & lamination
* Friendly team of ~40 people in a modern facility in Trinity Buoy Wharf, London E14
* Full training provided — grow your skills in a cutting‑edge materials environment
The Role
As part of the Materials Team, you will be embedded in the R&D and pre‑production pipeline that turns raw chemistry into finished holographic optics. You will learn directly from experienced colleagues, then take ownership of your own experiments and processes.
Your day‑to‑day will include:
* Processing Silver Halide holographic plates and refining those techniques
* Supporting emulsion chemistry R&D — understanding and improving our formulations
* Recording holograms using laser setups (full training provided)
* Developing and testing coating and lamination methods for integrating holograms into lenses
* Conducting materials trials, experiments, and quality‑control checksMaintaining safe, organised laboratory environments
* Writing up processes and lab notes clearly for cross‑team use
* Tracking consumable usage and processing performance
What We’re Looking For
Required
* Degree (or near‑completion) in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a closely related discipline
* Practical lab‑based experience, including experimental design and write‑up
* Good attention to detail and patience — precision matters
* Comfortable working within H&S regulations, risk assessments, and COSHH frameworks about which you will be trained
* A solid grasp of chemistry and materials concepts with ability to apply them practically
* Self‑motivated: able to work independently after initial training
* Good manual dexterity — fine lab work is part of the job
* Right to work in the UK
* Ability to work in the dark
* Prior laboratory or industrial experience (internship, placement, or research project)
* Familiarity with photographic chemistry, photopolymers, or optical materials
Practical Details
* Hours: 9 am – 5 pm, Monday to Friday (start/end times flexible by agreement)
* Location: Fully on‑site, London E14 — remote working is not possible for this lab role
* Environment: Some work in low‑light conditions; PPE required and provided
Application Requirements
* You are comfortable working in low‑light laboratory environments for periods
* You are happy to adhere strictly to health and safety measures and wear PPE
* You consider yourself to have good manual dexterity
* You have a high level of attention to detail
* You work well to deadlines
* You understand this is a full‑time, fully on‑site role in E14, London
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