Material Scientist Assistant

Main Duties

Assist with

• • Material testing and performance testing.
  • Optimizing current process
  • Collecting and analyzing findings
  • Preparing samples for testing

Job requirement 

• Strong understanding of environmental impact, life cycle and sustainability considerations in material development.
• Excellent communication skills and strong work ethic to collaborate with ORNA team.
• An interest in emerging trends in materials science and technology.

Benefits 

• Help an exciting start up tackle a real world problem and play a role in developing our high impact design – see the full product lifecycle
• Potential for full time employment further down the line, we’re a growing team!
• Understand how a business operates from the ground up.
• You’ll work directly with the Founding team

Skills and Experience Required

Essential Requirements

• Materials Science Knowledge: An understanding of environmental impact, life cycle, and sustainability considerations in material development.
• Research & Analysis: Proven ability to collect, analyse, and interpret data from tests and experiments.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic for collaborative work.
• Passion for Sustainability: A genuine interest in emerging trends in materials science and technology, and a desire to make a positive impact.

Desired Experience

• Material Development: Entry-level experience in material or product development, including preparing samples for testing.
• Project Work: Entry-level experience assisting with or managing a project, such as optimising a process or workflow.
• Hands-on Skills: Experience with basic lab or workshop practices related to material processing and testing.

Equal Opportunities Statement

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, regardless of their race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and caring responsibility. We are committed to offering a working environment where everyone is valued and feels appreciated.