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Material Scientist (Polymer, Chemical) – Hertfordshire, UK

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

A Materials Scientist is required to join an industry expert in providing consultancy surrounding materials research for the Oil & Gas industry. As Materials Scientist you will join the company’s project research team based at their Testing and Development facilities in Hertfordshire, UK.

Working as part of project based research teams, as a Materials Scientist you will be involved in the testing of polymer based materials (rubber, plastic, elastomer etc.) including exploring the effects of mechanical, environmental and chemical conditions/substances on the materials. As you will be working with a consultancy organization, as a Materials Scientist you will be required to work closely with clients regarding results and findings.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with the industry leading consultancy specialising in materials based industries including Oil & Gas, Aerospace and Transport Technology.

To be considered for this Materials Scientist role, you will have the following qualifications and experience:

A BSc, PhD in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry or a related Scientific or Engineering discipline (or equivalent)
Proven practical experience of testing polymer-based materials (rubber, plastic, elastomer) gained within the materials, chemical or a related industry.
Experience gained within a materials testing/analytical laboratory would be advantageous but it is not essential.

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For more information, or to apply for this Materials Scientist job, please contact Andrew Bolton at CK Science on – 01438 723 500 or email abolton@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference ST19937 in all correspondence.

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Tags: analytical, chemical, chemistry, engineering, engineering jobs, Hertfordshire, material engineering, material science, materials engineering, materials science, polymer, science jobs, scientific jobs, scientific recruitment, testing, uk
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Project Manager (Polymer, Oil & Gas) – Hertfordshire, UK

Tuesday, June 15th, 2010

A Project Manager is required to join our client – an industry expert in providing consultancy surrounding materials research for the Oil & Gas industry based in Hertfordshire, UK.

As Project Manager you will join their project research team based from their Testing and Development facilities.

Working closely with clients across the Oil and Gas industries, working as a Project Manager you will be responsible for managing projects surrounding the use of polymeric materials including their behaviour under demanding conditions and/or use in oilfield applications. You will operate on a consultant basis including development and coordination of projects as well as offering technical expertise to both internal teams and clients.

This is an outstanding opportunity to work with the industry leading consultancy specialising in materials based industries including Oil & Gas, Aerospace and Transport Technology.

To be considered for this Project Manager role, you will hold the following qualifications and experience:

A BSc, PhD in Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Chemistry or a related Scientific or Engineering discipline (or equivalent).
A demonstrated knowledge of polymeric materials (plastics, rubber, elastomer etc).
A proven practical project management and commercial experience gained within the Oil & Gas, Materials Consultancy or a relevant industry.

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For more information, or to apply for this Project Manager job now, please contact Andrew Bolton at CK Science on 01438 723 500 or email abolton@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference ST19936 in all correspondence.

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Tags: chemistry, engineering, engineering jobs, gas, Hertfordshire, materials engineering, materials research, materials science, oil, polymer, project management, project manager, science jobs, scientific jobs, scientific recruitment, uk
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UK Chief Scientist Receives Knighthood

Monday, June 14th, 2010

As reported by BBC News, the UK government’s chief scientist, Professor John Beddington, has received a knighthood in the Queen’s birthday honours list.

Formerly the head of environmental sciences and technology at Imperial College in London, Professor Beddington was appointed to the role of chief scientist in 2008.

Beddington notoriously attracted a huge amount of media attention last year when he said the world would face a “perfect storm” by 2030 – by which he was referring to the impact of climate change on food, energy and water security.

Speaking of his knighthood, Beddington stated, “I am delighted by this honour, and particularly delighted because it recognises the importance of science and engineering in the UK.”

Other recipients of honours in the Queen’s birthday list included:

Professor Colin Humphreys, Director of research at the University of Cambridge’s Department of Material Sciences and Metallurgy.
Professor Athene Donald – Deputy Head of the Cavendish Laboratory and director of the Women in Science, Engineering and Technology Initiative at the University of Cambridge becomes a Dame for services to physics.
Professor Julia Goodfellow – Chief executive of the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council, also is made a Dame.

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Tags: biological sciences, Biotechnology, chief scientist, engineering, Jobs, materials sciences, science, science jobs, scientific recruitment, scientist, scientist jobs, uk
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Yorkshire Biotech Company Hosts In-Vitro Testing Event

Monday, May 24th, 2010

The Yorkshire-based Biotechnology company, Kirkstall Ltd is hosting an event which will discuss the latest research into in-vitro testing.

Kirkstall Ltd develops innovative testing technologies at its Kroto Innovation Centre laboratories based in Sheffield. The biotech company will be hosting the event to discuss new developments in human-cell based testing in Montpellier in France on May 26^th and May 26^th.

Topics covered will span from regulatory procedures to reducing the need for animal testing. Not only this, but Sheila MacNeil, a professor at the University of Sheffield will be presenting her paper on 3d tissue engineering models for research and development.

Kirkstall recently received by than £100,000 of equity funding following its involvement in Grant Thornton’s Investing in Health programme. The funding has enabled the biotech company to further develop its technologies whilst building on its reputation. This has lead to the biotechnology company to win its first significant three-year contact in toxicity testing.

Managing Director of Kirkstall, Malcom Wilkinson, has stated, “We’ve had a fantastic response to the event so far with more than 90 people registered to attend. The key reason there is so much interest is that there are some serious unmet needs at the moment in toxicity testing which our technologies can address.

“It is a great opportunity to bring together leading researchers from the industry and also shows the benefits of working with academic research teams and key opinion leaders in the biotechnology market place.”

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Tags: biotech company, biotech jobs, biotechnology company, biotechnology jobs, engineering, in vitro, kirkstall ltd, research and development, science jobs, scientific recruitment, toxicity testing, uk, yorkshire
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Inflation Jump Impacts the Science and Engineering Industries

Wednesday, May 19th, 2010

As reported on the Times Online website, in April 2010, inflation hit a 17-month high of 3.7 per cent. This was well above the Bank of England’s 2 per cent target. This increase in inflation has had an knock-on effect on the science and engineering industries.

BAE Systems: The defence group has purchased four shipyards in the US for £238 million from Atlantic Marine, a privately held company. The yards have generated profits of $38 million.

Larsen & Toubro: The Indian engineering company has reported impressive quarterly results and is expecting a 20 per cent growth in revenue in the current fiscal year. This has been due to a pickup in orders which has sent shares surging.

Pfizer: The US pharmaceutical giant has announced that it will cut 6,000 pharmaceutical jobs. Read more at CK Clinical.

AstraZeneca: The pharmaceutical group has said to have settled it’s US patent dispute with Teva Pharmaceuticals, the Israeli generics company. AstraZeneca will allow Teva to sell a generic version of their Crohn’s disease drug, Entocort.

Ark Therapeutics: The gene therapy company has ended discussions about the sale of the company. However, they are still in talks about selling different parts of their business. Another blow for the company was their failure to get approval in Europe for Cerepro, a brain tumour treatment.

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Tags: Ark Therapeutics, astrazeneca, BAE systems, engineering, engineering jobs, Larsen &Toubro, Pfizer, science, science jobs, uk
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University Science Jobs to Face Cuts

Wednesday, May 12th, 2010

As reported on the Financial Times website, science departments will be hardest hit by cuts in academic science jobs as universities are forced to react to the squeeze in public funding. This has sparked concern that the UK economy will face a shortage of scientific expertise.

A recent survey conducted by the Financial Times of over 40 universities revealed that there is plans to make cuts in science, technology, engineering and mathematics departments in universities across the country. A total of 99 of 131 academic institutions will face a cut in funding in the year 2011, according to the Higher Education Funding Council for England.

The cuts in university science jobs reflect the difficulties in maintaining subjects which require extensive facilities. Richard Lambert, Director General of the CBI stated “Science subjects are more expensive to teach than arts subjects, but they are of huge value to the economy.”

The results of the survey have brought about fears among business leaders and scientists that Britain could have insufficient science experts in its future scientific workforce to drive economic growth forward. Gail Cardew, head of programmes at the Royal Institution, one of Britain’s most renowned scientific bodies, said: “By 2014 there will be more than 2m extra jobs which need Stem skills. Where are these people going to come from if universities are going to make cuts in science teaching?”

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Chemist – North East, UK

Friday, May 7th, 2010

A Chemist with experience of catalyst development or chemical engineering is required to join a research & development organisation based in the North East of England. This Chemist job is a part-time position.

The Chemist will work as part of the R&D team on a number of manufacturing based projects up to pilot plant stage. The projects will range from initial reactions to tabletting and will generally involve troubleshooting problems associated with scaling up manufacture.

The ideal candidate for this Chemist position will be qualified to a minimum degree level in chemistry or materials science or will possess equivalent industrial experience. You will also have a proven track record in catalysis, chemical or pharmaceutical manufacturing along with experience in scale up, tabletting, R&D and engineering.

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For more information or to apply for this Chemist job, please contact Barney Smith on 0191 384 8905 or email bsmith@ckscience.co.uk.

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Tags: catalysis, catalyst, catalyst development, chemical engineering, chemistry, engineering, inorganic, jobs in the North East, manufacturing, material science, North East jobs, pharmaceutical manufacturing, pilot plant, R&D, scale, tablet
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Chemist- Electrochemistry – North East of England, UK

Thursday, May 6th, 2010

An experienced Chemist with a strong background in electrochemistry and materials science is required to head the scientific services team of a company which provides consultancy services to the energy and engineering sectors based in the North East of England, UK.

Working as a Chemist you will work closely with clients and provide consultancy, test and research services both locally and nationally, within the electrical and energy industry.

The ideal candidate for this Materials Scientist position will be qualified to minimum BSc/HND level in chemistry, applied chemistry or material science and have a proven track record in the application of engineering materials and use of related environmental test facilities. This Chemist job also demands a candidate with some experience in leadership and business development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Chemist to join a growing organisation at the forefront of environmental research.

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For more information, or to apply for this Chemist job, please contact Barney Smith on 0191 384 8905 or email bsmith@ckclinical.co.uk. Please quote reference DH19652 in all correspondence.

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Aberdeen University to Host Europe’s Largest Science Festival

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Aberdeen University is to host one of Europe’s largest science festivals. The British Science Festival is expected to attract at least 40,000 scientists and members of the public. It is designed to engage the latest thinking in science, technology and engineering.

Sir Roland Jackson, the chief executive of the British Science Association, said he had been impressed by the active role the Aberdeen branch of the association had played in public engagement with science over the years.

The university will host the festival from 4 to 9 September, 2012, at King’s College in Old Aberdeen and at the Foresterhill health campus.

This year, The British Science Festival will be held in Birmingham and will attract 350 of the UK’s top scientists, engineers and commentators together to discuss the latest developments in science and technology. Tens of thousands of visitors regularly attend a wide variety of events – from hands-on family days, to debates on current hot topics and unique opportunities to question the UK’s top scientists. This year the British Science Festival will take place on 14-19^th September 2010.

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Engineer – (Fuel Cells) Required for Leading Alternative Energy Company based in West Sussex, UK

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Engineer – (Fuel Cells) Required for Leading Alternative Energy Company based in West Sussex, UK

Our client, a leading alternative energy company who specialise in developing fuel cell technology, are currently looking for an Engineer to join their team based in West Sussex. Joining a team of Senior Engineers based at the company’s state-of-the-art Research and Development facility, you will be responsible for the development of activities to enhance their fuel cell capabilities.

Working as an Engineer specializing in fuel cells, you will also be performing reform design including utilising FEA, CFD and Reaction Modelling and providing expertise in the field of catalysts for fuel processing on a wide range of fuels.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an innovative organisation within Fuel Development, which in return offers an excellent salary and benefits package.

To be considered for this Engineering role, you will have a degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering or a related subject (or equivalent experience) and proven practical experience of Fuel Cell product development including catalyst and reformer testing and design. A demonstrated knowledge of materials (metallurgy and ceramics) would be advantageous, but is not essential.

If you would like to hear more about this Engineering job, please contact Andrew Bolton on 01438 723 500 or email abolton@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference ST19193 in all correspondence.

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If you are successful after the first round of screening, we will contact you within five working days. Entitlement to work in the EEA is essential.

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