Senior Development Scientist

Description:

IGii is seeking a Senior Development Scientist to join their Advanced Materials team. The team consists of 4 experienced scientists and engineers, working across a wide R&D remit. This role offers the opportunity to engage deeply with Gii, a 3D carbon nanostructure with extraordinary properties. As part of the development team, the Senior Development Scientist will contribute to advancing technologies related to energy, catalysis, sensors, and assays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advanced Materials Development: Develop new processes, refine existing ones, and optimize material development to create new forms of Gii.

• Project Management: Manage complex projects, collaborating with multiple departments to ensure alignment with strategic goals.

• Subject Matter Expertise: Stay up-to-date with recent developments and literature in the field of advanced materials to generate new ideas and aid in the evaluation of materials.

• Data Analysis: Utilize relevant tools for data management and analysis, including Python scripts.

• Characterisation and Testing: Characterize and test materials using advanced techniques such as Raman Spectroscopy, SEM, and XPS, providing technical insight into material properties.

• Experimental Planning: Design and execute experiments, including the fabrication of devices and electrochemical testing for proof-of-concept stages.

• Reporting: Produce detailed technical reports, including weekly updates, quarterly summaries, and handover reports. Document critical experimental observations.

• Other Responsibilities: Travel for testing, training, or conferences as needed, and protect intellectual property by adhering to guidelines.

Key Requirements:

• Education: Master's or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, or a closely related discipline. Equivalent relevant work experience is also considered.

• Experience: No less than 2 years delivering projects in carbon nanomaterials and new product development, preferably in sensor development, energy storage, or catalysis.

• Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with advanced characterisation tools such as Raman Spectroscopy, SEM, XPS, XRD, and electrochemical analysis (e.g., CV, EIS).

• R&D Experience: Proven experience in scaling up materials or processes, Design of Experiments (DoE), and method optimization.

• Data Analysis Skills: Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, R, or equivalent platforms for data interpretation and statistical analysis.

• Project Management: Proven ability to lead or coordinate R&D projects from concept to execution.

• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills, including the ability to present complex data to both technical and non-technical audiences.

What We Offer:

• Full-time position with 37.5 hours per week

• Competitive salary with a focus on growth and development

• 33 days of annual leave, life insurance, income protection, and training opportunities

• Flexible working hours and the possibility of alternative working arrangements

• A collaborative and social company culture with regular team meetings and milestone recognitions

Application Process:

• Stage 1: Introductory remote discussion with the hiring managers (45 minutes)

• Stage 2: In-office interview at iGii’s Stirling location, with a tour of lab spaces and competency-based questioning

• Interviews Expected: Starting mid-May 2025, with onboarding aimed for early Q3 2025