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Research & Development Lead - Materials

£85k per annum

The Role

This is a unique opportunity to join a highly successful and rapidly growing manufacturing business and to play a pivotal role in developing innovative materials for the manufacturing process. This position will lead the design, testing and optimisation of new materials, including improving the properties of existing materials, and ensuring adherence with industry standards and customer requirements. Reporting to the Head of Product Development, the R&D Lead will manage a team and collaborate with functions across the business.

The Candidate

With 10 or more years of experience in materials R&D, you possess extensive experience in the hands-on development, testing and optimisation of materials used in industrial applications. You will ideally have worked extensively with polymers and demonstrate strong leadership qualities. With a degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering or a related field, you have a proven track record of driving innovation and successfully bringing new materials to market.

The Company

A high growth, market-leading UK based business with an excellent reputation for supplying premium, high quality products for over 50 years. As a result of continued growth and success, and to ensure the continued development of innovative, high-performing, and cost-effective materials, they are looking for an R&D Lead to join their team.

How to apply

So, if you are looking for a fresh and stimulating opportunity that will fully utilise your considerable skills and experience – then look no further. To apply in confidence please submit a fully detailed CV online detailing your current remuneration package quoting job reference 10387.

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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