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Senior Material and Analytical Scientist

Employer
AWE
Location
Reading
Salary
Negotiable
Closing date
27 Jun 2019

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Clearance Level
DV
Sector
Scientific
Job Type
Permanent

Job Details

AWE are currently recruiting for a Senior Materials and Analytical Scientist

This role will be to provide extensive technical knowledge and expertise in the field of materials and chemical science in order to lead and deliver the programme and collaborative projects, in a cost effective, quality conscious, safe and secure manner.

Location - Reading area

Package - £42,000 - £62,000 dependent on experience

AWE offer a competitive salary, market leading contributory pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, excellent work/life balance including a 9-day working fortnight and flexible working hours (role dependent). A salary sacrifice scheme is also available.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

  • Support the development of the technical strategy
  • Provide technical judgement to support Company programme/project decisions
  • Technically review programme/project deliverables to ensure that the required quality standards are met
  • Plan technical projects, programmes and trials
  • Support the development of less experienced team members by mentoring and critiquing
  • Support continuous improvement activities within the local area

To be successful in this role you should have some of the following skills:

  • Expertise in one or more areas in the field of chemical or materials science with a record of delivery
  • Ability to provide technical leadership and direction for local teams
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
  • Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Experience in decision making and problem solving in a technical environment
  • Experience in organic materials, foams, adhesives, polymers and/or additive manufacture
  • Experience in material development an advantage
  • Ability to communicate abstract concepts to non-technical people
  • Experience with ageing, life prediction and materials characterisation would be advantageous
  • Material science background an advantage

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.

AWE plays a crucial role in the defence of the United Kingdom, by providing and maintaining the warheads for the country's nuclear deterrent. We are a centre of scientific, engineering and technological excellence, with some of the most advanced research, design and production facilities in the world. Our unique expertise also assists the UK Government in developing and delivering a range of innovative and integrated support services, including national nuclear security and counter-terrorism solutions.

AWE is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community which are currently under-represented at AWE, including women, BAME and disabled people. Position could be full or part time to suit the right candidate.

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