PACT is revolutionising materials with creativity and purpose. Their flagship innovation, Oval, is a sophisticated biobased material made from abundant collagen—the same protein behind beauty breakthroughs. Combining unmatched quality with eco‑conscious design, Oval sets a new standard for high‑performance and scalable bio‑based materials.
Collaborating with the world’s leading luxury brands, PACT crafts beautiful products that align with their creativity, quality, and profitability needs. Powered by their patented technology, they’re transforming bio‑based raw materials into a multi‑billion‑dollar opportunity, creating elegant circular materials with a fraction of the environmental impact.
About the role
As a Scientist at PACT, you will contribute to the development, characterisation and scale‑up of next‑generation sustainable materials. You will collaborate with senior scientists and engineers to support R&D and manufacturing activities. You will have on‑the‑job learning opportunities to develop expertise in different areas of biobased materials development including formulation, mixing, casting, lamination and finishing. This is a great opportunity for a skilled early‑career scientist with a passion for sustainability and material innovation.
Core Responsibilities
* Support R&D efforts in the development of new product formulations entering the development pipeline by conducting routine and complex laboratory experiments.
* Assist in scale‑up activities from bench‑top to pilot manufacturing by collaborating closely within the product development team for formulation, scale‑up and manufacturing scoping and development.
* Collect, analyse and interpret experimental data and prepare technical reports and presentations.
* Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring high data quality.
* Perform material testing and characterisation to evaluate product performance.
* Work collaboratively across R&D, product, and engineering teams to meet project goals.
* Adhere to lab safety and regulatory standards.
Requirements
* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (2:1 or 1st Class degree) in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Textiles or Leather Science, Material Science, Polymer Science)
* Familiarity with lab‑scale processes for making and testing formulations / materials, particularly those that are biobased.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively across multi‑disciplinary teams.
* Work independently to manage timelines and deliver results, while being an effective team
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Aptitude with electronic word processing, spreadsheet and presentation systems, as well as comfort in using electronic systems and databases.
* Excellent organisation, data analysis, and communication skills.
* It is highly desirable if you have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
* 2+ years of industry or research experience in materials science or related field.
* Experience in the functionalisation and/or processing of biobased polymers to improve the properties of the finished material.
* Experience in the creation and/or characterisation of CASE (coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers) materials.
* Hands on experience of analytical techniques for materials / formulation characterisation.
* Experience with design of experiment (DOE) and/or statistical analysis tools.
* Understanding of polymers, biomaterials, or textile-related production.
* The successful candidate must, by the start of the employment, have permission to work in the UK. (PACT is a licensed sponsor for Skilled Worker Visa).
At PACT, they know that their people are at the heart of everything they do. That’s why they offer a compensation package that reflects your talent and expertise, with a range of benefits designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance, including:
* Bupa medical and dental insurance for peace of mind.
* 4x salary life assurance to protect what matters most.
* £50 per month Juno allowance – use it on wellness, learning, or lifestyle.
* DASH Cycle to Work scheme for a greener commute.
* Salary Sacrifice Pension (6% employer and 2% employee minimum contribution).
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