Materials Scientist

Materials Scientist Overview

Company Name
: IC Resources Recruitment

Job Role
:
Materials Scientist

Qualifications
:
Bachelor's

Category
:
General Jobs

Job Type
:
Full Time

Location
:
Oxford

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Scientist to join a dynamic R&D team in Oxford. This role involves the development of next-generation nanomaterials tailored for optoelectronic and advanced materials applications, set within a fast-paced and well-funded deep-tech environment. You will play a crucial role in translating cutting-edge research into scalable technologies.

• Synthesize and optimize metal nanoparticles and functional nanomaterials.
• Develop and refine ink formulations with controlled viscosity, stability, and particle distribution.
• Design and optimize processes for thin-film deposition, coating, and printing.
• Characterize materials and evaluate their electrical and optical performance using advanced analytical techniques.
• Investigate structure-property relationships to enhance material performance and stability.

• PhD or equivalent industry experience in Materials Science, Nanotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Optoelectronics, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in synthesizing metal nanoparticles, nanomaterials, or conductive inks in wet chemistry environments.
• Knowledge of nanoparticle surface chemistry and sintering processes.
• Experience with thin-film deposition, coating, or printing techniques.
• Familiarity with electrical, optical, and materials characterization methods, including techniques such as SEM or Raman spectroscopy.
• Experience with printed electronics, transparent conductive materials, semiconductor devices, or scaling nanomaterial processes would be advantageous.

• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Equity participation and private medical insurance.
• Relocation support where applicable.
• Training and professional development budget.
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing, well-funded deep-tech company at an early stage.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team working on cutting-edge sustainable materials technologies with real-world impact.

Degree Requirement: Bachelor's

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