Join our Team as a Senior Scientist - Advanced Ceramics at Lucideon. 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, defense, nuclear energy, net-zero, healthcare, and more. Responsibilities: Lead pre-order technical scoping activities. Serve as the project-specific technical lead, managing work assignments, client updates, presentations, and final report writing. Oversee laboratory management and ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards Develop innovative processing and testing procedures, including custom processing and testing rigs Qualifications: Master's in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or Chemistry with relevant industry experience. Experience: Proficiency in at least two of the following areas: Advanced ceramic powder processing, characterization, 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 (beneficial but not essential) Familiarity with health and safety requirements and procedures for materials R&D facilities Industry experience is not essential Knowledge/Skills: Needs a rigorous scientific approach while also being willing to experiment with novel ideas. Exceptional communication skills both written and oral Ability to work as part of a team to resolve any challenges that may arise Practical, hands-on approach Excellent lab etiquette standards Coach 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