Materials Scientist

Biophilica is seeking a Masters or PhD-qualified Materials Scientist with around 4 years of commercial experience in plastics and/or biopolymers for a project-based role in London. You will develop formulations, processes and technologies to rapidly scale our plant-based materials, ensuring they meet market quality and cost demands.

Location:

London, UK

Biophilica is an award-winning materials science startup on a mission to bring Treekind, a sustainable plant-based leather alternative, to the mass market. We operate in an agile environment with a focus on results and progress.

• Novel materials design and development using green chemistry principles
• Formulation development, support process engineering and optimisation
• Analyse and report on standard chemical and mechanical testing
• Collaborate closely with industrial research partners and external vendors
• Manage projects efficiently to deliver on time or ahead of schedule
• Occasionally travel within the UK/EU

• Masters or PhD (or postdoctoral experience) ideally in Materials Science or Chemistry; closely related fields will also be considered
• Strong commercial research experience in plastics, plant-derived biopolymers and/or green chemistry, including polysaccharides
• Experience in startup environments and a clear understanding of what drives startup success
• Knowledge of surface characterisation techniques and mechanical property analysis and processing of polymers
• Experience working with engineers focused on process design, manufacturing scale-up, and commercial production
• You are pragmatic, thrive on challenges and making the most of existing resources
• Excellent time-management, organisational, and project management skills
• Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders within and outside of your area
• Ability to work successfully delivering results both independently and within a team

• A one year contract based on a newly awarded project
• Occasional travel for off-site visits within the UK and internationally
• A collaborative, agile, and innovative work environment
• The opportunity to shape the future of sustainable materials
• A role in a team making a real environmental impact

To apply, please send your cover letter, CV, compensation expectations, and contact information for three professional references to  Please include the screening question answers either in your cover letter or CV:

Biophilica is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.